Brief Description of the Region of Murcia in Spain

The capital of the province of Murcia is also called Murcia. The capitol of Murcia is situated inland in the province. Distance to Alicante 85 kilometres and to Granada 258 kilometres. The capital of Murcia counts around 400.000 inhabitants.

Cartagena is another important city in the Murcia region. Cartagena is also the most important port in Murcia. Founded by the Carthaginians in 221 BC Cartagena has maintained its importance as the major port of the region.

The region of Murcia is also home of the tourist resorts on the Costa Calida. The Mar Menor and La Manga resorts are famous for their long sandy beaches and warm waters perfect for watersports.

The inland of the Murcia region is in part almost a desert and in other parts perfect for the growth of fruits and vegetables from which Murcia is famous.