Head inland and to the north of the lively university city of Murcia, you’ll discover the spa towns of Archena and Fortuna, nestled among the region’s rolling hills.
Both towns are home to ancient springs, where water bubbles up the surface at a steady 52.5C. These spring waters are infused with a cocktail of goodness, having remained underground for approximately 15,000 years.
The sulfurate/sulphate/sodium/calcic waters are great for all sorts of ills from sports injuries, aches and sprains, to arthritis and skin conditions. Europeans spend several days ‘taking the waters’ having been prescribed by their doctors or physios back home.