The Vera Cruz, the True Cross of Caravaca de la Cruz The holy relic of Caravaca has defined the history and development of the city The Cross of Caravaca represents many things to many people, and since the Middle Ages it has come to define the nature of the city in which it appeared and is kept. For some..
The Argarics in MurciaThe Argaric culture was present in Bronze Age Murcia between 2200 and 1550 BC The Region of Murcia is rich in archaeological sites, this part of Southern Spain attracting a number of cultures throughout its history, drawn by the abundant natural resources.. 12/10/2012
The Fajardos, Marqueses de Los VélezThe Marqueses de los Vélez, the Fajardos, a name frequently seen in the Region of Murcia The names of Vélez and Fajardo are frequently seen throughout the Region of Murcia, linked with castles, Murcia Cathedral, the history of various..
The Order of Santiago in MurciaThe Order of Santiago (1243-1856) Santiago is the Patron Saint of Spain, and is known as Saint James in English. The Order of Santiago is associated with a red cross, its tail displayed as a sword, the heraldic term for this being a fleury fitchy, and a scallop..
History of Caravaca de la Cruz From the first domestic fire in Europe to one of five Holy Cities in the world Caravaca de la Cruz shares many of its main historical events with the rest of the Region of Murcia, but the attractions and strategic advantages of its location both contribute..
The Iberians 750 BC to 1st Century BC Definition of Iberian culture in Murcia, 750 BC to around 1st Century BC Traces of the Iberian culture are found time and time again across the Region of Murcia, yet this culture is something that´s quite difficult to define in narrow terms as it..