Located on the banks of the Segura River, in a valley nestled between mountains, Murcia is the place where an extensive historical, cultural and natural legacy converges, making it a unique enclave in Spain. Located on the southern limit of the temperate zone, it enjoys a very mild Mediterranean climate.
One of the most characteristic aspects of Murcia is its usual blue sky and the brilliant sunlight that permeates both the city and its orchards. La Huerta, with its different surroundings, surrounds the city and is criss-crossed by the Segura River, which divides the city into two halves, north and south.
Murcia is born from the confluence of histories and cultures, especially the Muslim and Christian historical stages, from which most of the city’s historic buildings come. Of the extensive heritage of the region, it is worth highlighting the 72 groups belonging to cave art, declared a World Heritage Site.
The service sector has succeeded its former status as an agricultural exporter par excellence. Among its most important industries are food, textiles, chemicals, distillation and the manufacture of furniture and construction materials, as well as the petrochemical and energy industries.
The region is one of the largest producers of fruit, vegetables and flowers in Europe, and has important vineyards with Denomination of Origin.
Murcia is a friendly, close, safe and cheerful city, where you can discover the generosity, talent and humanity of its people. The Council of Good Men of the Huerta de Murcia, an example of a customary court, symbolizes the Murcian people and has been declared an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO..