Yecla
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Population: 30,900
The northern most town of the Murcia region is Yecla (96 km north of Murcia city). Yecla is one of the three wine producing regions with its own DOC in Murcia (the other two being Bullas and Jumilla). The name Yecla comes from the Arab word Yakka.
Up on the hill you’ll find the Santuario de la Purísima Concepcion, which offers great views of the town and surrounding areas. There is also a castle, Castillo de Yecla, from the 14th century. There are many churches in the town. The old town is quite beautiful but rather short on bars, restaurants and cafes.
The principal industry is the manufacture of furniture, with 40 furniture shops along one road alone.
The fiesta of San Isidro is in the middle of May and their Fiesta Patronales is in December.
