The palatial residence contains antique furniture from the last 350 years and important works of art Almost 13 years after the Casa de Guevara was closed to visitors after being damaged in the earthquakes which hit the city of Lorca on 11th May 2011, the palatial residence has now been fully restored and converted into a museum which opened to the public on 28th February 2024. Entering through the main doorway, built in the style of an altarpiece..

The exhibition at the MASS museum in Lorca traces the development of Rome into the leading world power A special exhibition entitled “Roma Eterna” is running at the Museo del Paso Azul in Lorca until the end of June, creating a journey through time to explain how Rome developed from the legend of its foundation by Romulus and Remus to become the dominant metropolis of the western world and the source of one of the most influential civilizations..

See the remains of the Jewish synagogue and the two most important towers at Lorca castle The magnificent castle of Lorca, standing high above the city in a location which made it impregnable throughout the constant struggle between Moors and Christians in the part of Sapin in the Middle Ages, is offering a complete visiting package throughout this spring, ending with a meal based on the Sephardic Jewish traditions which were prevalent in the..

The hunt is on for the tastiest bar snack in Lorca! To coincide with the Fortaleza Sound music festival, which is taking place in Lorca on June 20-22, this tapas route is also being held in the city centre, with a prize draw for those who collect the stamps from different establishments on the virtual “Passport” for the event. The Lorca bars and restaurants taking part are La Alacena, Cervecería Las Columnas, Taberna la Cepa, Gastrobar..

Follow the timeline of human activity at the site of the Fortress of the Sun Lorca castle is of course immediately associated with the Middle Ages, particularly the period between the Reconquista of Murcia in the 13th century and the final expulsion of the Moors from Andalucía around 250 years later, but human activity at the location has been shown by archaeologists to date from far earlier. In fact, the hill on which the castle stands has..

“La Voz del Papel” at the Palacio de Guevara in Lorca An exhibition of works by local artist Pilar Sala is being held at the Palacio de Guevara in Lorca until 20th July, combining artwork with the themes of Nature and family roots through the use of an ancient Chinese artistic technique. This technique involves the use of paper treated with plants and natural fibres, and it brings the artist back to the place where her father, José Sala..

The two groups perform together at the Auditorio Margarita Lozano in Lorca Los Parrandboleros have become one of the most enduringly popular and best-known musical ensembles in the Region of Murcia, consisting of 20 or so singers, 10 musicians and an impressive stage show developed over the last 26 years. Their concerts reach the hearts of audiences every time they play their selection of boleros and other traditional musical forms, and this is..

Lose yourself in the ancestral harmonies of gongs and bowls before lunch in the castle! This unique relaxation experience is offered for one night only on 29th June at Lorca castle, where you are invited to discover and immerse yourself in ancestral harmonies to the sound of Tibetan bells before enjoying dinner at the Las Caballerizas restaurant in the main courtyard of the castle. The bell experience begins at 12.00 in the smaller water cistern..

One of the top current flamenco singers at the IFELOR venue in Lorca Canelita, a native of Algeciras, has risen to become one of the most widely appreciated flamenco vocalists on the current Spanish music scene, a reputation forged not by any effort to attract publicity but by the support he has received of other renowned artists who appreciated his talent long ago. His fame was sealed with the album Vuelvo in 2010, featuring traditional flamenco..

An evening of spiritual and emotional awareness in the historic Fortress of the Sun The MeditaKizomba event being held on July 11 in the smaller of the two medieval water cisterns at Lorca castle makes full use of this mystic and transcendental environment to stage a session of connection, bodily and emotional awareness and respect, through yoga and meditation. The evening also includes the offer of a yoga session on the top of the Torre Alfonsina..

Visit and learn about the former Collegiate Church of San Patricio at your own pace A new tour is being offered in Lorca this summer of the former Collegiate Church of San Patricio, enabling both visitors and locals to enjoy the artistic heritage of the historic city every day of the week except on Mondays through visits in which audio guides are available in Spanish, English and French. These audio guides can be used either with headsets or..

The refurbished palace welcomes back Lorca tourist office After the long refurbishment and restoration of the monumental Palacio de Guevara in Lorca the tourist office will be moving back to the building, offering services not only to those visiting the city as a whole but also those who are keen to see the interior of the palatial mansion. Like the office in the Plaza de España, the Palacio de Guevara boasts a central location and also the..

A great way to enjoy 12 months of reduced price admission to most of the major tourist attractions in Lorca The attractions of the historic city of Lorca are so numerous that they are best visited over a couple of days, a week or throughout the year, and the Lorca y Tú discount card offers complete freedom to get to know the city over a period of 12 months without rushing round and missing fascinating details. Among the benefits for cardholders..