The Region of Murcia is an autonomous community located in southeastern Spain between Andalusia and Valencia. Its capital is Murcia City. The population of the Region of Murcia is approximately 1.5 million people, with just under a third living in Murcia City and half living in Murcia City, Cartagena, and Lorca. Important holidays and traditions include Holy Week, Easter Sunday, Spring Festivals, and the Bando de la Huerta. Typical dishes of Murcia include paparajotes and pie.