The Moratalla town festivals begin on June 15 for the feast of Cristo del Rayo. Some highlights include the Huertano Parade (similar to the main Huertano parade in Murcia city), the floral offerings, religious activities and the solemn procession. Most weekends from the 15th June till the 17th July will have some interesting activity...
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Running with the bulls in Moratalla is a dangerous and mostly entertaining spectacle. Our house is tucked away from the main street, but my brother’s house overlooks the madness. Here are some photos and videos so you can see the “fun” for yourself.
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The church is located in the historic old town – there are two access points. You can get to the church from the town house within 1 minute walk (slightly uphill). This is one of the very few restored columnar type churches. The colossal columns used in this church, as in the temples of...
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Well, what can we say about Moratalla’s Easter celebrations? They’re loud! Click on play to see a short video (only 12 seconds) and you’ll see for yourself what I mean… Allegedly (and I’m hoping someone with more knowledge will correct me if I’m wrong) Jesus was a drummer. So in Moratalla they celebrate by...
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