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Águilas shines bright with more than 500,000 Christmas lights
The Christmas light switch-on drew huge crowds to Águilas on Friday night
Águilas has well and truly kicked off the holiday season in sensational style with a dazzling display of more than 500,000 lights, 150 colourful arches and no fewer than 6 eight-metre-high Christmas trees.
A returning special guest is the eco-friendly Christmas tree made entirely from plastic bottles, which was constructed last year by local school children and other social groups to raise awareness about the importance of recycling.The big Christmas lighting switch-on, one of the most eagerly-anticipated events of the year for people of all ages, took place on Friday November 29 and was led by town's Carnival characters, drawing a huge crowd to the popular Glorieta.
After the main event, there was plenty more to keep families entertained. Children were delighted by the ‘Light Up Christmas’ musical performance and everyone else had the opportunity to get in a little early shopping with the ‘Águilas Black Friday’ promotions.
The Yuletide festivities in Águilas will continue throughout the month, with a range of activities and events for all ages.
To create a truly magical Christmas atmosphere, the streets and plazas are also adorned with natural elements, including beautifully crafted palm tree decorations. And to add a pop of colour, around 1,000 vibrant poinsettias and 1,000 cyclamen have been planted throughout the town.
If visiting Águilas your first port of call should be the local tourist office (click here for map, telephone 968 493285, email turismo@aguilas.es).
For more local events, news and visiting information go to the home page of Águilas Today
Image: Ayuntamiento de Águilas
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Tourist Information Office, Plaza de Antonio Cortijos, s/n. 30880-AguilasTel: 968 493 285
Oficina de Turismo de Águilas
Águilas boasts 28 kilometres of coastline, with many fine, sandy beaches, sheltered coves and unspoilt natural beaches. It is a great summer favourite with Spanish holidaymakers, so always has a superb programme of concerts and activities throughout the summer, as well as the biggest carnival in the Region of Murcia, 40 days before Semana Santa (Easter.)
Throughout the year it also has a number of museums and historical attractions, a castle with fabulous views overlooking the bay and several other points of interest, all of which make it an good place to visit for days out. Throughout the year the tourist office runs monthly guided tours and the route of the railways, which explores the railway history of the town.
The tourist information office is located in the Plaza de Antonio Cortijos, just a short walk from the sea front and Plaza de España, a cool, shaded space in which to enjoy a coffee.
More information about Águilas including beaches, what to see, what's on and tourist information can be found on ÁGUILAS TODAY
Opening Hours Tourism Office Águilas
16th September to 30th April 2019
Monday to Saturday: 10.00 to 14.00 and 17:00 to 19:00
Sundays and bank hollidays: 10.00 to 14.00 h.
CHRISTMAS
24th and December 31st: 10.00 to 14.00 h.
December 25th, 1st and 6th January: Closed
CARNIVAL
Carnival Saturday: 10.00 to 14.00 and from 17.00 to 20.00 h.
Carnival Sunday: 10.00 to 14.00 h.
Carnival Monday: 10.00 to 14.00 h.
Shrove Tuesday: 10.00 to 14.00 h.
Piñata Sunday: 10.00 to 14.00 h.
EASTER
Thursday and Friday: 10.00 to 14.00 h.
MAY, JUNE AND FIRST HALF OF SEPTEMBER
Monday to Friday: 09.00 to 14.00 and from 17.00 to 20.00 h.
Saturday: 10.00 to 14.00 and from 17.00 to 20.00 h.
Sundays: 10.00 to 14.00 h.
JULY AND AUGUST
Monday to Friday: 09.30 to 14.00 and from 17.00 to 21.00 h.
Saturday: 10.00 to 14.00 and from 17.00 to 21.00 h.
Sundays: 10.00 to 14.00 h.
