We are very lucky to have lots of beautiful places to visit right on our doorstep. Mazarrón is one such and is definitely one to add to your list of places to go.
The coastline around Mazarrón is mountainous, providing some breathtaking views. There are several small beaches dotted along the coast. The town enjoys its own micro-climate due to the mountains and the sea is usually five degrees warmer than elsewhere. Visitors have been coming to Mazarrón for over a hundred years but its only in recent times that it’s become a popular holiday destination. More than 35 kilometres of unspoilt beaches, coves and rocky sea beds make it an ideal place to soak up the sun, do water sports and go scuba diving.
Historical remains dating back to the Middle Palaeolithic Age have been found in and around the town. Part of a boat dating to Phoenician times was recently excavated from under the water. Mining was the main industry in the area during Roman and Moorish times and in fact the exploitation of the lead and silver mines continued up until the nineteenth century. Evidence of this mining can be seen all around Mazarrón.
Mazarrón is really two towns in one; the main town and Puerto de Mazarrón where the harbour can be found. Historical monuments include the Cabezo del Plomo settlement site dating to prehistoric times. This is a fortified hill town which has been declared a site of cultural interest. There are also a number of Roman ruins in the area. Los Velez castle dates from the end of the fifteenth century as do the three watch towers visible in the area.
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