Fun facts about Murcia
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Murcia's name is believed to be derived from the Latin word myrtea, meaning land of the myrtle.
Murcia
Spain
Murcia is a city in south-eastern Spain, and the capital and most populous city of the autonomous community of the Region of Murcia. As of 2024, with a population of 471,982, it is the 7th-largest city in Spain. The total population of the metropolitan area was 672,773 in 2020, covering an urban area of 1,230.9 km2.
From the “History” section
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The city was founded in AD 825 by Abd ar-Rahman II, the emir of Córdoba.
Murcia
Spain
Murcia is a city in south-eastern Spain, and the capital and most populous city of the autonomous community of the Region of Murcia. As of 2024, with a population of 471,982, it is the 7th-largest city in Spain. The total population of the metropolitan area was 672,773 in 2020, covering an urban area of 1,230.9 km2.
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Murcia has a hot semi-arid climate, averaging more than 320 days of sun per year.
Murcia
Spain
Murcia is a city in south-eastern Spain, and the capital and most populous city of the autonomous community of the Region of Murcia. As of 2024, with a population of 471,982, it is the 7th-largest city in Spain. The total population of the metropolitan area was 672,773 in 2020, covering an urban area of 1,230.9 km2.
From the “Geography” section
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The Holy Week procession in Murcia is among the most famous throughout Spain.
Murcia
Spain
Murcia is a city in south-eastern Spain, and the capital and most populous city of the autonomous community of the Region of Murcia. As of 2024, with a population of 471,982, it is the 7th-largest city in Spain. The total population of the metropolitan area was 672,773 in 2020, covering an urban area of 1,230.9 km2.
From the “Festivals” section
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Murcia has three universities, including the University of Murcia, founded in 1272.
Murcia
Spain
Murcia is a city in south-eastern Spain, and the capital and most populous city of the autonomous community of the Region of Murcia. As of 2024, with a population of 471,982, it is the 7th-largest city in Spain. The total population of the metropolitan area was 672,773 in 2020, covering an urban area of 1,230.9 km2.
From the “Education” section
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