Alhama honours the past by renovating three important historical monuments
These projects aim to restore and showcase some of Alhama de Murcia’s famous cultural attractions
Alhama de Murcia is embarking on an ambitious mission to restore and showcase its cherished historical landmarks. Through the innovative ‘Programme for Improving Competitiveness and Boosting Historical Heritage for Tourist Use’, the town is set to enhance its beloved Assets of Cultural Interest (BIC), creating an enchanting experience for visitors eager to explore the region's rich past.
With a keen eye on improving the tourist experience and highlighting Alhama de Murcia’s rich historical and cultural heritage, three captivating projects have been selected. The work will vary depending on the monument, to include the conservation, maintenance, improvement and rehabilitation of the sites.
The three locations are:
- The Castle: A new interpretation centre and museum aim to bring this site to life, using ICTs (Information and Communication Technologies) to showcase the castle’s rich history and architectural splendour.
- The Los Baños archaeological museum: The improvement project at Los Baños includes the digitisation of the museum’s collection and the application of ICTs, offering visitors an engaging, interactive experience.
- Las Paleras archaeological site: Las Paleras is an impressive emirate settlement dating back to the 9th century. Extensive excavation and consolidation efforts will bring this BIC site to life, allowing visitors to walk through a living piece of history.
By conserving, maintaining and enhancing these sites, Alhama de Murcia hopes to enrich the tourist experience while ensuring that its cultural heritage is preserved for future generations to appreciate and cherish.
For more information about Alhama, including news and upcoming events, visit the local tourist office or go to the home page of Alhama Today
Address
Tourist Office Alhama de Murcia, Plaza Constitucion. Frente Auditorio, nº 10, 30840, ALHAMA DE MURCIATel: 968 633 512
Oficina de Turismo de Alhama de Murcia
Alhama de Murcia Tourist information office is located on the edge of the Plaza de la Constitución, just a few metres away from the underground car park and the Town hall of Alhama de Murcia.
The tourist office offers free guided audiotours in English which take visitors around the historical sites of interest in Alhama. These be loaned at any time, although allow an hour and a half to complete the tour, and when loaning the audio equipment visitors are asked to leave passports or ID cards with the tourist office.
The office also carries a full range of leaflets for the archaeological museum of Los Baños, which is built around the historic spa which gives Alhama its name, and the mountains of Sierra Espuña, which is also an important area within the municipality of Alhama. Areas such as El Berro and Gebas have a number of interesting routes which can be followed and there are several picnic areas and good walking routes within the Sierra Espuña natural park.
The tourist office also carries leaflets for the many cultural events and fiestas which take place in Alhama throughout the year, including Los Mayos, Semana Santa, Christmas,the Romería of La Candelaria and the Auto de los Reyes Magos in El Berro.
Opening Hours
Winter (September 16 – May 31)
- Tuesday to Friday: 9am-2pm and 4.30pm-7.30pm
- Saturdays: 10am-1pm
- Sundays and Mondays: closed
Summer (June 1 to September 15)
- Tuesday to Friday: 08.30 to 14.30
- Saturdays: 10.00 to 13.00
- Sundays and Mondays: closed
For more local information, including news and forthcoming events, visit the home page of Alhama Today.
