Brico Centre

What began as a small hardware store, now there are four centers of DIY in the Region of Murcia.

Brico Centro Fermin is the Murcian version of Leroy Merlin. It can find everything you need to be a handyman.

A few days ago, I bought some articles in Leroy Merlin, but I bought less than necessary, so I stopped by Brico Centro Fermin, to buy more, and I was pleasantly surprised: it was cheaper. What I had to buy was 0.40Euro cheaper, and as I had to buy 10 items, 4Euro saved me from the French DIY center.

Saint Paul. Parroquia De San Pablo.

This is one of those small churches in modern style, and that is very dear to Murcia: Parroquia de San Pablo. This is the parish of the Catholic religious group: Neocatechumenal Way (Kikos).

Tholos Or Ticket Office?

Although it seems a Tholos (Ancient Greek structure), this is the box office of the Palacio de los Deportes (Sports Palace) of Murcia.

The Twin Towers (Torres JMC) Completed

In November 2008 I showed a photo of the towers before being completed (click here). These are two office towers of 22 floors for each tower. Here, its website.

Time To Work?

After an intense weekend, the last thing I want is to work, and what I want is to stay on the beach. But as one of my grandmothers said: the work is health. So health care must be working.

Day For Hope By Intermon Oxfam

During this day, in the Santo Domingo Square of Murcia, is celebrating the Day for Hope, organized by Intermon Oxfam (here, Oxfam International), in order to exhibit their work in the third world, and to raise awareness of the need for aid needed in those countries. Also, they seek to get signatures, once and for all, to 0.7% of GDP to help the third world.

Upon reaching the place I found a crowd of people, and I have approached. To attract people, they were showing a series of youth groups, different types of dances.

SOS 4.8 2010

This was the image I wanted to get before I put my hand in front (see April 21).

The third edition of the Estrella Levante SOS 4.8 festival opens the European festival season on the 30th April and 1st May. Under the name SOStenibilidad (Sustainability) SOS 4.8 offers 48 hours non-stop Music, Contemporary Arts and Conferences.

All about The Festival SOS 4.8, here.

The festival will be held April 30 and May 1.

The concerts will be at the esplanade of the FICA, next to the auditorium of the Region of Murcia

Ooopsss!

Although it seems that I am focusing on, looking through the fingers. This is what happens when you move when you're going to take a photo.

Crossing Wings

It seems that the chaos caused by the Icelandic volcano, is beginning to disappear. So far, the fastest solution ever found is that the American flights arrive in Spain, and from there by train bus, boat, to the rest of Europe.

Prohibited Balloons

That is what it seems in the way that I have taken the form foto.

On rounds, there are stalls selling balloons. In the image the cartoon characters that have more presence now on Spanish television.

Paso!

During the parades that were held last week left some areas of passage for emergency vehicles to pass. In places where space is left to pass these vehicles, they put these warning signs.

You Are In Murcia

You are in Murcia. If this is your first visit to MurciaDailyPhoto, welcome. If this is not your first time, thanks for coming back.

On the facade of the Hotel Zenit Murcia, is the lineup of MURCIA. It is a 3 star hotel, located in the center of the city, very near the Plaza de las Flores, Almudí Palace and the Veronicas Market.

Alone On The Beach

We have some very unpleasant days in the Region of Murcia.
On the beach, this bird (I do not know its name), came out with much effort from the sea. In the sand, I saw that it could scarcely walk, yet returned to the sea and left.

Fountain & Bridge

Fountain next to the Manterola's bridge.

This pedestrian bridge (which takes a few years on the river Segura) has served to unite the oldest neighborhoods of Murcia.

Here, you can see another perspective of this bridge.

Murano

The Murano building is an office building equipped with the latest technologies.
But the facade is what I like, with those greens. And remember, much to the Murano glass (what memories of my trip to Italy). If you want to know more about Murano, here.

Orange Blossom

The Spring Festival ended yesterday. But spring is making sure everything is in full bloom.The picture is of an orange blossom from one of the orange trees that I have in my garden. Let's see if I have oranges at the end of the year.

Burial Of The Sardine 2010. Entierro De La Sardina 2010.

One more year, the Burial of the Sardine was a public success.

In the picture, the costume of a "Sardinero" group. Also, model of the 3 sardines being burned in last night.

Here you can see the pictures that I did last year of this parade.

Here, the photos taken by the newspaper from Murcia: La Verdad (very good photos)

Preparing The Night Of The Burial Of The Sardine 2010

Tonight, around one million people will sit in these chairs, and they will witness (in live) the parade of the Burial of the Sardine 2010 (Entierro de la Sardina 2010).

Continue The Spring Festival. Más Fiestas De Primavera 2010.

Continue the Spring Festival in Murcia. In addition to parades, this week there are numerous concerts, also hosts the International Festival of Tunas "Costa Calida". (Which go by the XXIII edition)

Tomorrow, Saturday, there will be held the parade of the Burial of the Sardine (Entierro de la Sardina). But yesterday, the sardine came to Murcia. With this arrival, held a parade. Today will be the wake of the sardine (Velatorio de la Sardina). Both yesterday and today, the day ended with the release of a large fireworks display.

Echoes Of Bando De La Huerta 2010. The Other Bando.

Every year more people go to this big party. according to municipal sources, some 500,000 people enjoyed the day.
As in any large party, some people do certain excesses:165 health care, of which, 115 for alcohol poisoning.
It was collected 84 tons of garbage.

Murcian Meat Pie Day. Dia Del Pastel De Carne Murciano.

Continuing with the Spring Festivals, held in Murcia today the parade of flowers, called: Spring Parade of Murcia. But also, Cardinal Belluga Square (Cathedral Square) is going to celebrate this afternoon, the 2nd day of meat pie Murciano (15000 free meat pie, accompanied by a very cold Murcian beer).
This meat pie is made up of a phyllo stuffed with beef, chorizo, boiled egg, and lard. A treat that I recommend you eat.

Bando De La Huerta 2010.

Thousands of Murcians (and visitors) have been wearing the huertano costume. Also holds a parade showing vegetable garden crafts and customs that persist (or having disappeared). More about this event that I will recommend that you live, here.

Bando De La Huerta Children 2010.

The day before the day of the Bando de la Huerta, Bando Child is celebrated. A parade of children dressed in Murcian folklore clothes. (The photo was taken this afternoon)
From Easter Sunday until the following Sunday, are held in Murcia the Spring Festival. A full week of parades, Murcian food to enjoy, as well as dell cheerful and friendly character of Murcians. I hope someday you can come to enjoy this week.
Tomorrow will be the biggest day of the exaltation of the orchard of Murcia, where thousands of Murcians and visitors will wear the huertano clothes.

Easter Sunday 2010. The Defeat Of Lucifer.

This morning over Easter Week in Murcia with the procession of the Risen. Also known as the "devil".

The character of the devil as a character scrolls up, pulled by strings that supports child-angels.

What happens is that both children and older people want to get a picture with this satanic character.

Here you can see the photos that I made last year.

Easter 2010. Holy Friday: La Verónica.

A photo of the sculptures in the procession yesterday. Veronica. The photo I have of the back of this sculpture to see details of the great sculptor Francisco Salzillo.

Easter 2010. Holy Friday. Procession of "Salzillos"

Today, about 1,700 people have marched in the procession of "Salzillos". This procession is so named because all the sculptures in parade were made by Francisco Salzillo (except Our Lord Jesus Nazarene).

As you can see, all the Nazarenes have a prominent belly. It is no obesity problems, but because within their habit carry hundreds of candy, sweets, boiled eggs, etc., that are giving to the spectators. I encourage you to come one year to the Murcia processions, not only because you can see some beautiful sculptures, but also you can take you for lunch, or dinner at home. ;)

More about this procession and to see the photos that I made last year in Easter Week Label.

April Theme Day: Red

The first day of the month means the Theme Day in the CityDailyPhoto community. This month the theme day is Red.

I show a RED horse in a playground. The child is thrown at full speed down the slide is my son. 

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