The Golden Ages of Murcia were the Baroque and Contemporary periods when the rich built palaces and churches with marvellous altarpieces. The façade of the cathedral dates to the same period and is one of the most important of the Spanish Baroque period. Nowadays it is a bustling city, full of services and life. It is also very easy to reach thanks to an extensive network of motorways that connect it to the different towns and villages of the region and its neighbouring provinces. There are several hospitals, both private and public, providing an excellent healthcare network.

PEACE OF MIND AND CONVENIENCE ARE IMPORTANT TO THE PEOPLE OF ALTAONA, WHO LIVE AN EASY TEN-MINUTE DRIVE FROM THE HOSPITAL DE LA ARRIXACA.

Nearby there are two British schools, Kings College and El Limonar, where Spanish and European students complete their early stages of education. Two private universities, the University of Murcia and UCAM, are also among the city's educational options.

The international airport is only 10 minutes away, and couldn’t be more convenient for those visiting Altaona from faraway places.

THE DOS MARES MALL IS A SHOPPING COMPLEX PACKED WITH SHOPS AND RESTAURANTS, OPEN 365 DAYS OF THE YEAR, AND IS JUST 20 MINUTES AWAY.

SAN JAVIER IS A SPANISH TOWN IN THE REGION OF MURCIA, 15 MINUTES FROM ALTAONA AND ON THE BANKS OF THE MAR MENOR.

Just over 15 minutes away, the calm waters of the Mar Menor bathe the beaches of a large, unique sea lagoon, ideal for water sports and family bathing.
On the other side of the land barrier that separates it from the sea is the Mediterranean, with the long beaches of La Manga del Mar Menor.

There are two marinas just 25 minutes away: Lo Pagán, the port of the Mar Menor, for smooth, sheltered sailing and San Pedro del Pinatar, which is close to the natural area of Las Salinas and ideal for sailing along the Mediterranean beaches.

Half an hour's drive away is Cartagena, with modernist buildings on avenues that lead to the port and skirt the Roman theatre. A city of contrasts, set on a bay that forms a natural harbour, and surrounded by natural spots like Calblanque to the east and Cape Tiñoso to the west. The city is a port of call for cruise liners whose passengers come to discover the region and enjoy the culture, gastronomy and festivals of international interest for tourism.

CABO DE PALOS IS A FASCINATING MEDITERRANEAN CAPE AND IS 35 MINUTES AWAY. THE SEA BED IS A NATURAL RESERVE AND A TOP SPOT IN EUROPE FOR SCUBA DIVERS. A GREAT PLACE TO SPEND SUNNY DAYS IN CHARMING COVES AND DISCOVERING SOME OF THE MANY CHARMING RESTAURANTS IN THE PORT.

IN 40 MINUTES’ TIME, YOU’LL BE IN PLAYA CALBLANQUE, A BEACH WITHIN A NATURAL PARK WITH SOME WONDERFUL LANDSCAPES. THE SCENERY IS TYPICAL OF THIS AREA, AND IT IS ONE OF THE MOST INTERESTING PARTS OF THE REGION TO VISIT.

Nearby there are two British schools, Kings College and El Limonar, where Spanish and European students complete their early stages of education. Two private universities, the University of Murcia and UCAM, are also among the city's educational options.