Museo del Esparto, the esparto grass weaving museum in ArchenaEsparto grass exhibits from traditional baskets to scale models of Archena and a bikini! The Museo del Esparto in Archena is housed on the ground floor of the majestic Palacete de Villa Rías, which stands in the middle of the Jardín de Villa..
The Balneario de Archena thermal spa baths and hotel complex TEMPORARILY CLOSED DUE TO COVID Just a short drive from the city of Murcia, the Balneario de Archena offers thermal spa baths, spa circuit, accommodation and thermal spa treatments The thermal baths complex of the Balneario of Archena has been in..
The Palacete de Villa Rías, home to the esparto grass museum of Archena The former stately home and gardens were built by the Vizconde de Rías in the late 19th century The Palacete de Villa Rías is a palatial residence which was built on 5,500 metres of land in the centre of Archena in the late 19th century..
The Museo de Archena, the local museum of Archena The exhibits trace the history of the Archena from prehistoric times to the 20th century The Museo de Archena is likely to be one of the first ports of call for visitors to the town and the municipality, due not only to the displays it contains but also..
The Noria del Acebuche or de la Algaida, the best preserved water wheel in Archena Beautiful views across Archena and towards the Sierra de Ricote An important part of the heritage of Archena, and one which owes its existence to the location of the town on the River Segura, is the water wheels which are dotted around the surrounding..
Ten things to see and do in ArchenaRelaxation, fiestas, history, food and countryside to enjoy in Archena Ten things to do in Archena! Located on the banks of the River Segura, Archena is inextricably linked with its history as a spa town and today the luxurious Balneario continues to..
The River Segura in Archena The Segura still helps to tell the history of Archena Water has played a determining role in the history of many municipalities of the Region of Murcia, but in few can it have been so important as in Archena, where not only is agriculture dependent on..