Murcia

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Until recently Murcia has been one of the least developed regions of coastal Spain. Much of the area is dry and arid, except for the huertas (family farms) which use ancient Moorish irrigation systems to produce some of the country’s finest citrus fruit and vegetables. But the region has its own special charm, not least because the coastline (so far) remains relatively unscathed by tourism and the major towns and small inland villages are still totally Spanish in character.

Murcia already boasts some of the best golf and tourism facilities at the exclusive La Manga Club, alongside the Mar Menor. And with the promise of several more world-class18-hole courses to come in the near future, the region is setting its sights on rivalling Andalucia as the golfing mecca of Europe.

For those who enjoy discovering “the real Spain” away from the costas, Murcia is a delight to explore with its traditional villages where life continues much has it has done for generations. The hill town of Jumilla, at the northern end of the region, is famous for its red wine which has been produced in the area for centuries.