Romantic August dinners with live music in the courtyard of Lorca castle
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One of the most popular ways to enjoy the warm summer nights in Lorca
Among the many events held during the summer at the Fortaleza del Sol, the castle of Lorca, one of the favourites in recent years has been the chance to enjoy a romantic dinner at the Las Caballerizas restaurant within the castle walls accompanied by live music on the warm summer nights of July and August.
The unique setting of the main courtyard of the fortress allows diners to enjoy the à la carte menu beneath the Torre Alfonsina, and in the summer of 2024 this opportunity is available on Thursdays and Saturdays during August, with the exception of August 10.
Dinner begins at 21.30 and the music starts an hour later.
The musical entertainment provided is as follows:
The piano fusion music of José Andrés Mondéjar on August 17 and 24.
Guitarist Antonio Aroca on August 1, 15 and 22.
Saxophonist Eloy Quinto on August 3, 8, 29 and 31.
Bookings should be made online here, selecting the date desired, with the evening priced at 30 euros per head (15 euros for the children's menu). On the night of the dinner simply present yourself at the main reception of the Fortaleza del Sol.
Contact numbers 968 959646 and 968 479003.
Further information is available at info@lorcatallerdeltiempo.com, recepcion.fortaleza@lorca.net and http://www.lorcatallerdeltiempo.com.
Please note that dinner bookings are also available on Wednesday and Friday evenings at the same venue, without live music (cost 26 euros): for reservations click here.
For more local events, news and visiting information go to the home page of Lorca Today.
Address
Plaza de Espana, 30800 Lorca
Tel: 968 441914 (Fax 968 466157)
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Oficina de Turismo de Lorca
The rich and extensive history of Lorca has left a legacy of archaeological sites, and historic buildings, around which the modern City has built its tourism industry. Amongst these are Lorca Castle, the Jewish Quarter of the castle and Synagogue, 
Plaza de España, Colegiata de San Patricio, Museo de Arqueologico Municipal, Iglesia de San Francisco, Casa Huerto Ruano, Palacio de Guevara, Iglesia de San Mateo, Pósito de los Panaderos, Convento Virgen de las Huertas, Antiguo Convento de la Merced, Iglesia del Carmen and the Teatro Guerra.
Unfortunately Lorca has also been prone to natural disaster, suffering a Gota Fría on September 28th 2012, as well as an earthquake which measured 5.3 on the Richter scale on 11th May 2011 and claimed 9 lives. Since this earthquake the city has been rebuilding, winning recognition for its Lorca, Open for Restoration initiative, which used the restoration of the city as a tourist attraction whilst it rebuilt its historical buildings, some of which are currently still not open.
The tourist office itself has temporarily relocated until the renovations are completed and is on Calle San Patricio near the church.
Lorca also has an area of coastline incorporating the Parque Regional de Cabo Cope - Puntas de Calnegre, in the Sierra de Almenara, which includes the beaches of, Puntas de Calnegre, Baño de las Mujeres, San 
Pedro, El Siscal, Cala Honda, Cuartel del Ciscar, Junquera, Cala de la Gruta, Cala Leña, Los Hierros, Cala Blanca and Playa Larga, although many are accessible only through agricultural exploitations.
However, in spite of its many attractions, the name of Lorca is synonymous with Easter, (Semana Santa) its biblical parades of International Tourist Interest status and famous throughout Spain. The week includes a 
series of parades in which the whites (Paso Blanco) and blues (Paso Azúl) try to outdo each other with the magnificence of their embroideries and the skill and daring of their horsemen.
Lorca also has a Parador hotel, located within the complex of its historic castle.
Opening hours for Lorca Tourist Office:
- Monday to Friday: 10.00 to 14.00 and 16.30 to 19.00.
- Saturday: 10.00 to 14.00 and 16.30 to 18.30.
- Sunday: 10.00 to 14.00.
For more local news, events and visiting information go to the home page of Lorca Today
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