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Mallorca
Peppered with smaller beachside getaways, the island of Mallorca
provides a breath taking view while the rocky northwest coast and
rugged Serra de Tramuntana mountain range make up the other Mallorca.
The lovely and the famous old fashioned Deià and Alcúdia
with its Roman ruins, is crowded during high season.
One of the most typical Serra de Tramuntana village is Valldemossa,
it's spectacular beauty and Gothic churches magnetic enough to attract
luminaries such as Frederich Chopin and George Sand. Not far from
Valldemosa is Deia, a village that has been occupied by artists,
musicians, and writers for nearly half a decade.
Further one cannot help but admire the beauty of nature that surrounds
the magnificent island.
Menorca
Menorca, the second largest island, is perhaps the least overrun
of the Balearic chain. Now a Biosphere Reserve, it boasts several
unique ecosystems, including the S'Albufera d'es Grau wetlands,
and some fabulous archaeological sites. Impressive prehistoric stone
formations dot the island, and more than 90 caves dug into the coastal
cliffs may have served as mausoleums or family homes.
Menorca's main city, Ciutadella, (also known to Muslim's as Median
Minurqa) is a 17th-century vision that arose from the ashes of the
1558 Turkish motto, invade-and-raze. Sometimes referred to as 'Vella
i Bella' (the Old and the Beautiful)it's an atractive and distinctly
Spanish city with a picturesque port and an historic old quarter.
The Town Hall
This 17th century building is charming and full of character. Surrounded
by stone benches, it is popularly visited by the locals. The only
way to see the old town is by foot and you can be sure that around
every corner is a quiet plaza or park to rest in. Palma is accessible
as a day visit on one of the thousands of coaches that arrive here
every day.
Unwind yourself after the tiring climbing, enjoy the wonderful sceneries
around, or visit the nearby restaurants that serve appetizing food.
You can spend an evening out here and have a delightful experience.
The Castell de Bellver (Pictured right)
Traveling to Palma, this castle is a must-see. Built in 1309, it
is a masterpiece and unique in style. This is the only castle in
Spain that is totally circular in design. At the beginning, the
castle housed as a summer Royal residence and later transformed
to a prison.
The graffiti on the walls, carved by French prisoners of war shows
their anxiety and anger during their term of detention.
The castle also houses the principal museum and often used for concerts.
The castle is closed on Sundays and public holidays. A nominal admission
fee is charged.
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