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June 10 Guided tour of the magnificent Ex-Collegiate church of San Patricio in Lorca

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A chance to admire the superb architecture and artwork and climb the belltower of the most iconic church in Lorca

June 10 Guided tour of the magnificent Ex-Collegiate church of San Patricio in Lorca Among all the magnificent buildings in Lorca arguably the most remarkable is the Ex-Collegiate Church of San Patricio, which was built and named following the epic Battle of Los Alporchones on 17^th March 1452.

Considerable restoration work has been completed following the earthquakes which hit Lorca in May 2011, and the naves, chapels and crypt are now visitable again, providing insights into the art and architecture in southern Spain from the Renaissance to the baroque period. In addition, it is possible to climb to the top of the belltower and admire the views out over the city and the Guadalentín valley, the skyline punctuated by the other domes and towers of the churches of central Lorca.

June 10 Guided tour of the magnificent Ex-Collegiate church of San Patricio in Lorca The 75-minute guided tour on Saturday June 10 is held in Spanish and begins at 12.30 at the tourist office in the Plaza de España. Online bookings can be made here and further information is available from the tourist office and the visitors centre in Puerta de San Ginés (telephones 968 479003 / 968 959646, email info@lorcatallerdeltiempo.com, recepcion.fortaleza@lorca.net).

Registration costs 9 euros for those aged over 13 (7 euros for holders of the Lorca y Tú card, free for under 12s), or 14 euros if the option of climbing the belltower is required (12 euros for holders of the Lorca y Tú card, free for under 12s).

NOTE: The stairs are not easy and this visit is not recommended for visitors with limited mobility.

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The rich and extensive history of Lorca has left a legacy of archaeological sites and historic buildings around which the modern city has built its tourism industry. Amongst these are Lorca Castle, Plaza de España, the former Collegiate church of San Patricio, the municipal archaeological museum, the Casa Huerto Ruano, the Palacio de Guevara and the churches and convents of San Francisco, San Mateo, the Virgen de las Huertas, La Merced, El Carmen and many others.

Unfortunately, Lorca has been prone to natural disaster, suffering a severe flood in 1973 which killed 50 people, and a Gota Fría on September 28^th 2012, as well as a series of earthquakes, the most recent of which was 5.3 on the Richter scale on 11^th May 2011 and claimed 9 lives.

Lorca Tourist Office Lorca also has an area of unspoilt coastline incorporating the Parque Regional de Cabo Cope - Puntas de Calnegre, which includes the beaches of Puntas de Calnegre, Cala Calnegre and various others. Although only one is accessible by road others can be reached along dirt tracks!

In terms of fiestas, Lorca is synonymous with Easter (Semana Santa), its biblical parades of International Tourist Interest status being famous throughout Spain. The week includes a series of parades in which the whites (Paso Blanco) and blues (Paso Azul) try to outdo each other with the magnificence of their embroideries and the skill and daring of their horsemen.

In the Autumn Lorca also celebrates the Fiestas of San Clemente and a Feria and there are a series of important events throughout the year in the Recinto Ferial, as well as a busy cultural and sporting programme.

The tourist office relocated for 14 years to Calle San Patricio, near the church, but has now returned to its former premises alongside the Palacio de Guevara in the Plaza Concha Sandoval, or Plaza de la Bordadora (click for map).

Lorca Tourist Office Lorca also has an area of inspoilt coastline incorporating the Parque Regional de Cabo Cope - Puntas de Calnegre, in the Sierra de Almenara, which includes the beaches of Puntas de Calnegre, Baño de las Mujeres, San Pedro, El Siscal, Cala Honda, Cuartel del Ciscar, Junquera, Cala de la Gruta, Cala Leña, Los Hierros, Cala Blanca and Playa Larga, although many are accessible only along difficult tracks or by boat!

Lorca Tourist Office However, in spite of its many attractions, the name of Lorca is synonymous with Easter, (Semana Santa) its biblical parades of International Tourist Interest status and famous throughout Spain. The week includes a series of processions in which the Whites (Paso Blanco) and Blues (Paso Azúl) try to outdo each other with the magnificence of their embroideries and the skill and daring of their horsemen.