Regional Archaeological Museum San Juan de Dios

Orihuela

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Regional Archaeological Museum San Juan de Dios

The Orihuela Archaeology Museum has its origins in the former Santo Domingo Museum of Antiquities, established in 1902 by Jesuit priest Julio Furgús, who donated numerous pieces. Created by the Orihuela Town Council, the museum has been housed in various locations, including the Palacio de Teodomiro, the Municipal Hospital, the Rubalcaba Palace, and since 1997, its current location at the Church of San Juan de Dios, which was built in the mid-18th century. The museum's collection features artefacts that span a broad range of periods, from the Paleolithic era to the early 19th century. The majority of the items were excavated or discovered in the town and its surrounding areas, often through the museum's own investigations. The same building also houses the Exhibition Hall, formerly the men's ward of the hospital. This spacious, rectangular room with barrel-vaulted ceilings hosts temporary exhibitions and various cultural events.

Do & See

Orihuela boasts an extensive artistic and historical heritage, making it a destination of great cultural interest. With numerous museums, churches, palaces, and monuments, visitors can immerse themselves in the city's rich traditions. The vegetable plantations of Orihuela highlight the area's agricultural prowess. Fertile lands, cultivated by various cultures throughout history, characterize this quintessential farming region. The beaches of Orihuela are renowned for their quality and have earned numerous certifications from organizations and institutions that oversee and maintain quality standards. These recognitions include Blue Flags, "Q" tourist quality certificates, SICTED distinctions, Qualitur Flags, and ISO certifications for Quality and Environment.