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Red prawns, amberjack and mullet take pride of place with locally grown vegetables in the gastronomy of Águilas

The gastronomic and culinary traditions of Águilas have a long history and have produced a wide variety of flavours, based on products harvested form the fertile crop land and the sea.

The tendency is towards the use of many spices, no doubt due in part to the heritage left by the Moors in south-eastern Spain many centuries ago, especially in terms of desserts.

It is generally agreed that the stars of the show in a typical Águilas kitchen are the locally caught red mullet, greater amberjack and red prawns and the tomatoes and capers cultivated in the area, and also worth a mention are the meat products, some of which vary from those which are typical of the Region of Murcia: these include onion morcilla and the locally made sausages and "longaniza" spicy sausages.

The gourmet visitor will no doubt enjoy tasting dishes such as "caldo de pescado" (fish consommé), "los escabeches" (various preserves in vinegar), octopus salad, arroz a banda and many more.

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The Gastronomic Traditions Of Águilas Keep up with the Latest News In English Murcia Costa Calida Spain

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Far from being simply a stretch of coastline in the western Mediterranean, the Region of Murcia has a fantastically varied landscape, and the following selection has been made by the regional tourism institute (ITREM) to illustrate this wealth of natural beauty!

For geologists this is a fascinating illustration of erosion procedures in a limestone and travertine rock formations, with the water falling some 4 metres and wearing away the rocks beneath. But this is an immensely popular place to visit for those without any interest in geology as well, particularly during the hot summer, when intrepid bathers plunge into the cold water and enjoy the walking baths in the surrounding countryside.

A word of warning: due to its popularity, access to the Salto del Usero has to be restricted, and visitors need to book through the Bullas Town Hall website.

In recent years there has been a huge growth in adventure tourism in this part of Murcia, including descents of the river in inflatable rafts and by canoe, but it is also a haven for nature lovers and walkers. The tourist office of Calasparra organizes guided visits to the Los Mingotes cave, in which prehistoric rock art paintings can be found, while back out in the open this is most definitely an area where you won't want to forget your camera and binoculars!

Here again there are prehistoric art treasures, some of which were included in the declaration of the World Heritage Site of prehistoric art along the eastern coastal regions of Spain in 1998.

No-one visiting this area for the first time can fail to be impressed by this brutally harsh but beautiful environment, and it seems barely believable that just a few small plants are able to survive here!

While in the area, you'll want to take a walk along the riverbanks and in the lush countryside of this green oasis in the heart of Murcia!

In order to get to the narrow gorge of Bolvonuevo, first you have to follow the 6-kilometre path of the same name through an area which is protected as part of the Natura 2000 network, and where the Alhárabe and Benamor rivers meet to form the Río Moratalla.

This is a true hidden gem, protected by the dense plant life and containing a huge number of features which are of natural, geological and archaeological interest.

The name of the gorge itself is derived from "Gorgonegro", meaning "black throat", and its dark walls have been formed by the action of water on the rock over millions of years.

This is a perfect place to follow the many walking paths - or to make up your own route! - enjoy the fine sand of the natural beaches and enjoy some of the finest sunsets in the Region of Murcia, accompanied by the contrasts between the sea and the dense undergrowth along the paths which criss-cross the area.

Las Fuentes del Marqués is a beauty spot in the outskirts of Caravaca de la Cruz where the special micro-climate and natural springs make it a perfect home for many plant and animal species.

Arguably the best times to visit are during the spring and the autumn, when the trees and plants are a riot of colour!

The Gredas, the eroded rocks of Bolnuevo near Puerto de Mazarrón, have been formed not only by the action of the sea on the limestone but also by the wind, making them unique in the Costa Cálida as they look out over the beach like the skyscrapers of an enchanted city.

This is another location which has been declared a Natural Monument of the Region of Murcia, and never fails to impress visitors as well as being of great cultural and scientific importance.

The small islet known as Isla del Fraile is just a few metres offshore from the beach of Playa Amarilla in Águilas, in the south-west of Murcia, and is known to have been inhabited by the Romans and, according to recent archaeological discoveries, as long ago as the Bronze Age.

Alongside these ancient sites there are also the structures built for human activity in the early 20 th century, but nowadays this is above all a popular destination for a day at the beach - particularly for scuba divers and those with small boats!

These are just a few sights in the Region of Murcia, but of course the list is endless and once you've seen a few you won't be able to stop yourself exploring more!

Source: ITREM

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10 unique natural wonders in the Region of Murcia!

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Carnival is the biggest celebration of the late winter months

The most important celebration in Águilas takes place during the latter part of the winter months, 40 days before Easter; Carnival (or Carnaval in Spanish).

The date for this varies, depending on the date of Easter, as Shrove Tuesday forms the central date around which the carnival celebrations revolve.

The Águilas Carnival is the largest, and most important in the Region of Murcia and in recognition of its status, the Carnival has been awarded International Tourist Interest status.

The celebrations last throughout the week, with several major parades, starting on the Sunday night before Shrove Tuesday, and also include other elements which make the fiestas so distinctive in Águilas, including the descent of the Mussona, a hissing wild beast which personifies the duality of mankind and the natural world, making its way down from the castle into the town below, the battles with "cascerones" or eggs filled with confetti, the cuerva, a potent party drink available throughout Águilas during the festivities, and the Drag Queen and bodypainting competitions.

Throughout the week Don Carnal and Doña Cuaresma are much in evidence, the town filled with stunning costumes, colour and a party atmosphere.

It's highly recommended to book hotel rooms well in advance if planning to stay in Águilas during Carnival week. Click here for more information about Carnival in Águilas.

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Fiestas in Águilas during February and March

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