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REAL CASINO DE MURCIA
A private social club with a neoclassical facade and a
beautiful courtyard of Arabic influence. It has been declared
to be a National Historic and Artistic Monument and
considered as a Cultural Asset. Must-sees are the Arabic
Courtyard, the Ballroom, the Ladies' Cloakroom… Near the
Real Casino, there are some other relevant 19th century
buildings which are very interesting too, such as the Town
Hall, the Romea Theatre, the picturesque Plaza de las Flores
square, and the beautiful Paseo del Malecón, which is the
entrance to the neighbouring huerta.
SANTA MARÍA CATHEDRAL LA FUENSANTA SANCTUARY GO OUT FOR TAPAS
Two of the main architectural treasures from Murcia can be This sanctuary is 5 and a half km away from the city of Murcia's cuisine is known worldwide thanks to its
found at Plaza Belluga square: the Bishop's Palace (18th Murcia and it is visited by a great number of pilgrims. vegetables. Besides tasting traditional dishes, available
century), with a rococo facade, and the Santa María Nuestra Señora de la Fuensanta, Murcia's patron saint, at most of the city's restaurants, you can go out for
Cathedral (14th century), with an amply decorated baroque is descended from the mountains to the city twice a tapas and enjoy them at any of its lively squares all year
facade next to an impressive 92 m tower. In the inside, the year in a religious pilgrimage with plenty of believers: in round, due to Murcia's wonderful weather. Try the
Capilla de los Vélez chapel stands out, being a great spring, for the coronation anniversary worships; in broad bean omelette, michirones, pastel de carne,
example of late Gothic. The baroque style can be September, for the patron saint's festivities, which marineras, pisto or zarangollo at Plaza de San Juan and
appreciated in many Murcian ecclesiastical buildings, such coincide with Murcia's Fair. From the sanctuary, you will Plaza de las Flores. Mouth-watering!
as Santa Ana Conventual Church, Santo Domingo Church enjoy wonderful views of the city and its surroundings.
and San Nicolás Church.