Cartagena
Late September (please check date). The Carthaginians & Romans Fiesta is one of the largest and most spectacular Fiestas in the Region, which last 4 days. Roman campsites are set up on the outskirts of the city and events are organised though out the week. The site of hundreds of Roman soldiers, barbarians and cartaginians marching through Cartagena is a sight to behold
Calasparra
Second week in September the Romería de la Santísima Virgen de la Esperanza is held in Calasparra. Famous for it’s rice this small town comes alive with singing and dancing into the night. Speciality food of Mijas (a winter dish !! ) is served to passers by. |
