The Jubilee in Caravaca is a culturally and socially dynamic event as well as one of great religious significance (Source: ITREM, tourist board of the Region of Murcia) When Pope John Paul II granted a Holy Jubilee Year..
Ulea and Abanilla are also added to the itinerary as places where fragments of the True Cross are venerated As preparations continue for the Holy Jubilee Year in Caravaca de la Cruz in 2024 it has been announced that a new..
Contruction of the church of the Immaculate Conception in Caravaca began in 1534 This church dedicated to the Immaculate Conception, stands outside the historic old centre of Caravaca de la Cruz alongside the tree-lined avenue..
The Carmelite convent in Caravaca was founded by Santa Teresa de Ávila in 1576 The baroque 16th-century convent church of San José stands on the Calle Mayor in the centre of Caravaca de la Cruz, and was founded in 1576..
The 120-kilometre walk is open permanently and attracts thousands of religious pilgrims every seven years The Camino de Levante is a walking or cycling route which covers a distance of approximately 120 kilometres between..
This modest 16th century church is now home to a Caravaca music society Popularly known as the “Ermita del Santo”, the small church in Caravaca de la Cruz dedicated to San Sebastián dates from the early 16th century ..
The home of the Cross of Caravaca is the castle-sanctuary above the town The Basílica de la Vera Cruz in Caravaca stands on the top of the hill behind the city, within the walls of the castle and alongside the museum dedicated..
This 17th century Caravaca convent is still in use today The convent dedicated to Santa Clara in Caravaca de la Cruz is in the historic centre of the city, in Calle de las Monjas, and dates from the early 17th century. Unlike..
This Ermita de Santa Elena has been used as a place of worship in Caravaca for 300 years The Ermita de Santa Elena is a small church in Caravaca de la Cruz between Calle Canalejas and Calle Santa Elena, the current structure..
A magical history tour of Caravaca for religious and non-religious visitors alike! With Easter Week about to start and most towns and cities in the Region of Murcia about to begin an exhaustive program of Semana Santa processions..
Caravaca de la Cruz is a focal point for spirituality and culture during 2024 Source: ITREM, regional tourist board of Murcia, “La belleza de lo Extraordinario” It’s always a great time to visit the Region of Murcia..
Iglesia del Convento de Nuestra Señora del Carmen de Caravaca de la Cruz This church, parts of which date back to the 16th century, has had one of the more chequered histories of the many places of worship in Caravaca de..