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Cathedral of Murcia

This is definitely one great landmark to see whenever in Murcia , and it has become the city's symbol because of its amazing tower that can be seen even you're miles away. This Cathedral situated at the Plaza del Cardinal Belluga possess several access doors, each of them having a distinct majestic character. The Puerta del Perdon (main entrance), Portada de las Cadenas (north door), and Portada de los Apostoles will lead the way into the remarkable capilla (chapel) which is embellished with lots of gold. There is also a Diocesan museum inside the Cathedral wherein many ornaments and artifacts are on exhibit. For amazing views of the cityscape, go up the 92 meter tower which was started in the year 1519 but not finished until the 18th century.

Here are the other grand structures to see when in Murcia :


Bishop's Palace

The Bishop's Palace placed in close proximity to the Cathedral . It was constructed in 1748, and it has two fantastic facades to witness. Furthermore, its innermost patio, focal stairway, Bishop's Balcony , known as "El Martillo," and the Palace chapel should also be seen.


Glorieta de España

The Glorieta is positioned not far from the Cathedral and near the River Segura which runs through the city. It is a pleasant place to unwind in after shopping or visiting the attractions in Murcia . From this spot, there are also lots of other attractions to visit.

The Convent Church of Santa Ana is an 18th century place of worship and is the third church that was built on this location, the first church built in 1490. To maximize your visit, it is a must to try the freshly baked pastries, baked by the nuns, the Sisters of the Enclosed Order. They serve the goods through a gyratory hatch.

The Church of San Miguel stands on the site of an earlier church. The 18th century church has wonderful colored altar pieces.

The Almudi Art Palace was constructed in 1602 and was previously the storage space for the community's corn harvest, collected as tithes. It was put back into better working condition in 1985, and it now houses the art center and city archives.

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