From Yecla and Moratalla in the north to Isla Plana in the south, Murcia was home to cave-dwelling artists as long as 10,000 years ago Hidden away in caves and rock shelters of the Murcia countryside..
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Witness the magic of the Cieza peach trees in bloom this year Every spring, the fields around Cieza in Spain’s Region of Murcia celebrate an unparalleled spectacle of nature – the floració..
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Tuesday is market day in Cieza: fresh fruit and veg and a range of other goods For many expats and visitors, one of the great joys of shopping in Spain is the opportunity to buy fresh products..
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The Cieza caves may help explain how and why the Neanderthals died out The Cueva del Arco in Cieza is a spectacular rock formation where a large arch has been formed by erosion, hence its name..
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A central open space in which public events are held and locals relax Contains important artworks by artist José Lucas Ruíz The Paseo de Cieza is a central public area in Cieza, an open space..
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A new opportunity for climbing enthusiasts and adventure sports fans in Cieza The Cañón de Almadenes, a spectacular gorge down which the River Segura flows in the municipalities of Cieza and Calasparra..
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7,000 years of agriculture in this fertile valley The municipality of Cieza has a long and interesting history, its benign climate, geographical location, fertile plains, porous rock which created..
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Cieza indoor market One of the most enjoyable aspects of visiting Spanish towns is the existence of traditional market halls, Plaza de Abastos, selling a range of local fresh produce and goods on..
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Route 1 La Isla– El Horno, from Cieza town This is a cycling and walking route through Cieza which is an ideal way to discover the beauty of the Ciezan countryside enjoy the fruit orchards and..
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Route 2 La Brujilla This route could be cycled, walked or driven through the Cieza municipality. The route passes through the peach orchards and agricultural cultivated areas which make Cieza..
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Route 3 La Parra –El Horno - El Acho This is a drivable tarmac route through Cieza and is designed for those who want to enjoy a drive through the peach orchards during La Floración, although..
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Sanctuary of the Virgen of Good Deeds, Cieza The Santuario de la Virgen del Buen Suceso is a small hermitage which is dedicated to the Virgen del Buen Suceso, the patrona of Cieza. It is located..
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Semana Santa de Cieza Semana Santa (Holy week) in Cieza dates back more than 450 years and has been declared of national tourism interest, making it one of the most important in the Region of Murcia..
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El encaje de bolillos (Handmade lace) Lace making is an ancient western tradition which is practiced widely throughout Continental Europe and is still undertaken by thousands of people across Spain..
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Church and Monastery of San Joaquín and San Pascual, Cieza The building of the Church and Monastery of San Joaquín and San Pascual is in the centre of the town, between calles Mesones, callejó..
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Taking place annually in late April and early May The “Fiestas del Escudo” in Cieza are based on events which took place in Cieza on 6th April 1477, when the town was attacked by Moorish Nazrid..
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Cieza, Mercadillo de los Frailes (Monks market) On the first Sunday of each month, from the months of October through to May there is a Mercadillo de los Frailes (Friars market) in the Plaza de Espa..
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Fiestas and fair in honour of Saint Bartholomew and fair. Festivities to celebrate the Patron Saint’s day of Cieza, San Bartolomé, take place annually in the last week of August, a big week for..
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Sendero PR-MU 11: Medina Siyâsa (Route PR-MU 11) See Wikilocks map: Click here The PR-MU 11, Medina Siyâsa, is an 8.5km long walking route in the municipality of Cieza, a signposted circular..
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The Hermitage of Cristo del Consuelo The existing hermitage is a striking and outstanding building which is clearly visible across the river from the town, set amongst the peach orchards which..
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5000 hectares of peaches are planted in Cieza The most important element of Cieza´s gastronomy and agriculture is undoubtedly the peach. The quality of its aroma and taste give peaches from..
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Almadenes – Almorchón, 13.3 kilometres Click here for Wikilocs The PR-MU 25, Almadenes - Almorchón, is a medium length popular walking route in Cieza and is a well sign posted, circular..
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Oficina de Turismo de Cieza The Tourist Information office in Cieza is centrally located in Cieza, opposite the historical indoor market place, which is an ideal location to buy fresh fruit and..
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The 13th century Moorish town of Medina Siyâsa in Cieza Cieza is the home of one of the best preserved 11th to 13th century Moorish town settlements on the Spanish peninsula: Siyâsa, located 5km..
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The Cave of La Serreta, Cieza An important cave containing prehistoric rock paintings in the Almadenes gorge, Cieza. This is an interesting cave containing Neolithic rock art and Roman remains..
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The Cebollo or Teodoro mill The Teodoro mill is an important vestige of Cieza’s agricultural heritage and is not only one of the oldest, but also one of the best preserved watermills in the Region..
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The Andelma waterway, Cieza The fertile River Segura valley is fed by the waters from the river, and has attracted occupation since prehistory due to its rich soils and abundance of water.( See History..
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