Restoration puzzle

THE 17th­century cloister of Santo Domingo in Lorca that was damaged in the earthquake in 2011 is nearing a completion date of its restoration. Approximately 600 stone pieces were removed after the earthquake and over the years those pieces have been reassembled like a huge complex puzzle. It is now 12 years since the earthquake and the restoration should be complete in two months. The lower section of the arcade has now been assembled using traditional techniques.

Due to some archaeological findings during the restoration, the Dominican cloister will be different once completed. The cloister has been detached from the buildings that were built in the 1980s as they have concluded that this contributed to the collapse of one of the sections during the earthquake. A concrete supporting structure of the same size and shape as the arches has been created where the arches are anchored with seismic anchors.

music, and traditional festivals. Almond and olive trees dot the landscape, their products are celebrated through vibrant festivities like the Almond Blossom Festival. Its beauty has captured the attention of travel aficionados and is going viral on TikTok and Instagram since it was nominated to be among the 10 finalists for Capital of Rural Tourism 2023 in Spain.

The cloister, once completed will be used for cultural purposes, glass railings will be installed, and special lighting so it can be seen from the street.

SUMMERTIME in Mazarron just got a whole lot cooler with an exciting water party designed especially for children. It began on June 9 and continues until June 23 from 10.30am until 2pm. Packed with inflatable slides, games, and endless water­based adventures, this event promises to be an unforgettable experience for the young ones.

Splashing fun

Puerto Deportivo de Puerto de Mazarron. The water party in the Port of Mazarron aims to encourage outdoor activities for children, promoting a healthy lifestyle.

The event was organised by the Youth Department of the Mazarron Town Hall in collaboration with the

So, parents, mark your calendars and get ready to witness your children’s faces light up with delight at this amazing water party. Don’t miss the chance to make this summer truly unforgettable for your little ones in the beautiful town of Mazarron.

Boat chaos

A BOAT detached from a trailer at Kilometre 158 of the A­30 motorway on the descent to Puerto de la Cadena in the Region of Murcia at 8.30am on Thursday, June 8. It caused a traffic jam that lasted for almost two hours.

Scotland return

SCOTLAND’S national team, led by Steve Clarke, gears up for their European Championship qualification with a return to Pinatar Arena Football Centre in San Pedro del Pinatar. The Scottish U21 team has also chosen to return to Pinatar Arena and will play a friendly there against Norway.

Coastal Charm

SUN SEA AND SELLING

HOUSES the popular TV show was spotted with its camera crew on the beaches of Cabo de Palos recently along with Micasamo Realty. Keep an eye out to see if you can catch the episode!

Calblanque rescue

A TEACHER and his students got into trouble in the waters of Calblanque Beach. The emergency services rescued the teacher and one student that could not get to shore. Some of the students needed to be treated for injuries caused by hitting the rocks. Everyone in the group was rescued and went home safe and sound.

Forbes List

THE ENAE Business School in Murcia is once again on the prestigious Forbes List of top 10 business school programmes in Spain. The US magazine selected three of their programmes among the best In the country. This business school stands out as it teaches some of its courses in English.

Shark conservation

THE International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) has conducted assessments on two specific areas along the Region’s coastline in order to prioritise conservation efforts for sharks and rays.

A collaborative scientific team comprising researchers from the universities of Murcia and Alicante, as well as the Institute of Oceanography and the Centre for Oceanographic Research in the Mediterranean (CORI), has put forward the Seco de Palos