January 23 to April 14 Exhibition of Nursing Madonnas in Águilas
Las Vírgenes de la Leche at the Casa de la Cultura Francisco Rabal in Águilas
The local Breastfeeding and Child-rearing Association of Águilas is holding an exhibition of artistic representations of the Nursing Madonna at the Casa de la Cultura in Águilas until 14th April, open from 9.00 to 14.00 and 16.00 to 21.00 on weekdays.
Images of the Virgin Mary breastfeeding Baby Jesus were fairly common in paintings until they fell into disfavour with the Catholic Church on the grounds of impropriety after the Council of Trent in the mid-16th century. However, they continued to be popular in the Eastern Orthodox church in Greece and Russia while in western Europe the whole subject of breastfeeding became taboo, with the middle and upper classes often handing such duties over to nannies.
For more local events, news and visiting information, contact the tourist office of Águilas (telephone 968 493285) or go to the home page of Águilas Today.
Address
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
Tourist Information Office opening times (as of 16th September 2025)
- Monday to Saturday: 10.00 to 14.00 and 17.00 to 19.00
- Sundays & bank holidays: 10.00 to 14.00
Águilas tourist information office contact details:
- Telephone: +34 968 493285 / +34 968 493173
- WhatsApp: +34 660 474477
- Email: turismo@aguilas.es
