The largest in the Balearic Islands, Mallorca is part of Spain, but has a more rugged landscape and a quality of another world.
Along the picturesque coast, the dramatic rocks offer sensational points of view, and the clean bays shine with crystalline waters.Holidays are also delighted by historical cities and charming villages, loaded with tourist attractions such as medieval churches, ancient castles and art museums.The joy of Mallorca is the combination of culture and nature.
The same day, tourists can visit the glorious Gothic cathedral of the capital, then can beach on a clean beach.Walk through the medieval village built Alcúdia, then inspire yourself with a fifteenth-century monastery or relax in the charm of Puerto Portals.With so many options wrapped in this idyllic island, tourists will have a lot of reasons to remain a week or more.
Best period
In Mallorca, the weather is good everywhere in April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November
On average, the hottest months in Palma de Mallorca are July and August, and the coldest months are January and February
The cities with the best climate are Palma de Mallorca, Alcúdia, Pollença, Soller, Andratx, Cala d’Or, Calvià, Campos, Palma Nova and Porto Cristo, with a good time at least 9 months a year
Tourist Attractions
Along an amazing coastline with serene turquoise waters, Cala Figuera is a charming village of fishermen, with a relaxed atmosphere.The whitening houses of the city are grouped around a hill that reaches the water's edge.Here, many local fishermen deal with their daily task of repairing nets.In the early hours of the morning, the fresh catches of the day reach the docks, ready to be sold on the market and then prepared in delicious seafood dishes. In the godfather as a city on the coast, Cala Figuera offers an excellent selection of seafood restaurants that serve fresh locals.Along the harbor, a picturesque path of walking follows the edge of the water and then leads to the rocks.The rewarding views of the bay make the trip worth it.Well retired, this clean sandy beach is appreciated for its calm and crystalline waters.Many visitors enjoy swimming, snorkeling and diving here
A beautiful capital, Palma de Mallorca offers the perfect combination of relaxation on the seafront and culture.Two impressive monuments, the cathedral and the castle, give this city the prestige of other capital in Europe.This monumental building dates from the 13th century, but was completed only in the seventeenth century.The splendid Gothic facade has sculptural decorations made by Guillermo Sagrera.Visitors are frightened by the inside of the cathedral, with its nave rising to a height of 44 meters.The massive space covers an area of 6,600 square meters. In splendid invitrari, including several windows (the largest dates from 1370), illuminates the sanctuary with an etheric glow.Most of the interior was remodeled by the famous Catalan architect Antoni Gaudí at the beginning of the 20th century.In Capilla Real (Royal Chapel), Gaudi's canopy giant is shaped like a crow's wreath.Capilla from Trinidad contains the sarcophagi of the Jaime II and III kings.From the terrace of the southern part of the cathedral, tourists can enjoy a magnificent view of the bay.Once it was a royal fortress, the unusual circular plan of the castle was influenced by the Eastern architecture.A bridge leads to the courtyard of the castle, which is lined with Romanesque and Gothic arches.The castle is open to the public and has a history museum and a chapel.
Located in Valle de Los Naranjos (Valea Orange), about 15 kilometers from Sóller, this charming village of artists is on a hill surrounded by hills and scented citrus plantations.The strange stone houses of the city have roofs with tiles and green shutters, typical of the Mediterranean rural architecture.The house in which Graves lived, like in 'Alluny, is now a museum open to the public.Although it is a delightful place to explore and enjoy the beautiful landscape. In the daughter -in -law is well known for the delicious balleration cuisine and is proud of a few top restaurants: ES RACO RESTAURANT with Michelin star, Restaurant El Olivo in the luxurious hotel at Residencia and the Romantic Hall,Mallorcană. There are several worthy tourist attractions.Cala Deia is a small bay with a small beach and the waters that are perfect for swimming.For sensational views and a quiet escape in nature, go outside the city to the beautiful Moramar and Son Marroig gardens on Carretera de Valldeossa.In this idyllic framework, the gardens delight visitors with their wonderful landscapes, terraces, pavilions, foot bridges and pagodas.The Maramar Monastery also has amazing motifs with balconies with views of dramatic rocks and the deep blue sea of the coast
A spectacularly injured landscape, Calvi Coast line extends over 50 kilometers, surrounding the legs, rocks and bays.This area prides itself on many excellent beaches and distant islands, attracting the worshipers and nature lovers.One of the most beautiful beaches is Cala Vmyes, a small sandy shore with calm water ideal for swimming and bathroom.Umbrella and loungers are available, but the site does not have public toilets.Access for wheelchair;showers;And rental of beach umbrellas, loungers and other essential elements.This is a very popular beach, with families, due to lifeguards, an area dedicated to children and calm waters.In addition, with the sandy shores that extend over two kilometers, there are a lot of space to stretch.The beach is also excellent for water and diving sports. In high beaches along the Calvia coast include Playas Paguera, an urban beach with public facilities and Cala de Santa Pons.
The art historical city is hidden in a valley that blooms with almond, olive and figs.The Art Mountains offer a wonderful background, with the hills that extend in the distance.In fact, Artà draws his name from the Arab word for "garden" (Jertan).Tourists will enjoy splendid views;The scene has the view of the close -tightened red tile roofs and extends on the green landscape. n narta has the remains of its old meat, which seem to dominate the city, and many old palatial houses, such as Na Batlesa, who hosts the Municipal Library.The city also has a Michelin stars restaurant, Andreu Genestra restaurants, on the hand carrier, in a beautiful frame with the rural landscape on the open-air terrace.by Pádua and Ermita de Bethlem (Schit) surrounded by a landscape injured by the bush and rocky hills.Another attraction in the area is the cuevas of art, a system of caves containing impressive stalactites and stalagmites
In a picturesque setting between the Tramuntana Mountains and the Mediterranean, the Historical Village Valldesssa is full of charm.The steep pedestrian streets and old stone facades offer a special environment.The mountainous area has lush vegetation, and the slopes lead to beaches and bays.Under the city on the hill there is a wonderful port, the port of Valldesssa, who still feels like a small fisherman.Tourists will enjoy the proof of fresh seafood specialties at local restaurants.For more than four hundred years, this serene frame has provided spiritual inspiration to the cartoon monks who prayed and lived here.Pianist Frédéric Chopin and novelist George Sand spent winter 1838-1839 at the monastery, and the room they rented is now open to the public.While they lived here, Chopin composed Raindrop and other works, and George Sand wrote her famous book, a winter on Mallorca.
Petra is a quiet city 43 kilometers from Palma de Mallorca and is listed as a property of cultural interest.The most important view is the monastery where Father Junípero went to school.The city also has an excellent museum that illustrates the life and work of Father Junípero Serra, who was born in Petra.Another tribute to the famous missionary is the festival organized every year on the third Sunday of September.This lively event has parades with impressive float and colorful floral offerings. In high interesting monuments in Petra includes Iglesia de San Pedro, a Gothic church with a facade similar to a city;Sant Bernardi convento by, a quiet refuge created for the Franciscans;and Santuario de Nostra Sensor de Bonany (the Sanctuary of the Virgin Mary in Bonany), a neo-Baroque church presiding a hill
Pollença is known for his lively port and the beautiful fascinating blue sea.In the shadow of the Pollença and Calvari mountains, the charming medi city has two important churches.Nuestra Señora de Los Angeles (Mother of the Lord of angels) is the parish church of the eighteenth-century city built on the place of a church from the 13th century.From here, a 365 -step cypress -lined staircase leads to Iglesia de Puig del Calvari, a baroque pilgrimage chapel.The historical center of the city is only a few steps away.This beautiful white sandy beach has an expansive coast and moderate waves.The beach has a yacht club, water sports rentals, public toilets and showers.Sun umbrellas and loungers are rented.Cala en Gossalba is an isolated beach in a distance protected location, accessible on foot or by boat.The bank is rather gravel than sandy.Both cala en Gossalba are beaches from Pollença port, ideal for diving. In about six kilometers away from Pollença are the old Puerto de Pollença village.From here, a beautiful road runs 21 kilometers northeast to Cabo Formantor, at the end of a long, narrow peninsula.The luxurious hotel Barceló Formantor is located on Cabo Formant, with sea view.On the other side of the bay, after a 15-kilometer journey along the coast, there is the Mirador of Mal Pas
Surrounded by lush vegetation and pine forests, Alcúdia is one of the most picturesque cities in Mallorca.This medi city with wonderfully preserved walls is also known for its interesting historical monuments, delicious cuisine and traditional festivals. N Norașul is at a great distance and was fortified to protect against pirates that were a danger during the Middle Ages.Of the old Meterese, only the Gates Xara and Palma and the Bastion of the Renaissance era of Sant Ferran remain.Alcúdia has a distinct ambience of the old world, with medi streets and palace Renaissance houses. The important bishops include Santa Ana and Sant Jaume and the Baroque chapel of Sant Crist with an image of Christ from the fifteenth century.Alcúdia also has archaeological sites, because the city was built on the site of an old Roman settlement.Remnants of Roman houses, a forum and an amphitheater are south of the Sant Jaume Church.For those who enjoy the observation of birds, the natural park at the bay albimea attracts over two hundred species of birds throughout the year.A popular destination near the coast is Puerto Alcudia resort, with sandy beach, elegant promenade on the coast and restaurant.
This small and wonderful city is hidden in an idyllic valley, surrounded by beautiful landscapes of olive and citrus orchards that lead to sea.The famous Sóller train makes tourists walk through the beautiful landscape.Also, visitors can reach Soller by train in Palma de Mallorca.The journey enjoys a classic railway wagon in the old world. In Norașul has several important historical monuments, including the 14th century parish church, a monument dedicated to the Holy Heart of Jesus and its Capelleta monastery on the Lucu Road.Outside the city, beyond Coll de Sóller Hill, is the Alfabia Palace, the place of a Moorish vizier.The splendid gardens of the property bloom with scented and orange lemons, palm trees and bamboo plants.Located in the valley, the port of Sóller has a picturesque leisure port with the green hills as a background.Many small boats and yachts are anchored in the leisure port
For those looking for a sunny beach holiday, Llucmajor is an ideal choice.About 25 kilometers south of Palma de Mallorca, this spectacular portion of Mallorca has many beautiful bays, beaches and rocks.Defensive towers from the sixteenth century along the Llucmajor coast offer amazing views.The neighboring cities share the same beach.The calm waters of the beach El Arenal are ideal for swimming, while part of the beach is a designated surfing area.The facilities include a yacht club, tourism office and public toilets.Sun umbrellas, sun loungers and equipment for water sports are available. In a protected area from the base of a tidal hole, the beach Cala Pi has a natural charm, despite being surrounded by hotels and housing.Cala Pi is a sandy beach with clear crystalline waters, ideal for diving.The sun can rent umbrellas and loungers.This beach is very quiet and offers sensational views on the Bay of Palma.Llucmajor also attracts golf players due to its golf course and water sports enthusiasts, because the area is excellent for navigation.
This luxury resort on the coast on the southwest coast of Mallorca is a favorite destination of the Spanish royal family and other trends.The elegant navy is full of luxury yachts and attracts fashionable people at the yacht club, elegant shops, cafes and restaurants.With its expensive boutiques and bright cars (Ferrari and Porsche are ordinary) seen running through the city, Puerto Portals feels like a smaller version of Monte Carlo in Monaco.The Gourmet meal is also a popular fun at the elegant restaurants, such as the Tristan restaurant with Michelin stars, as well as the more informal restaurant Tristan Bistro and Flanigan.Many of the cafes and restaurants have pleasant outdoor terraces to enjoy the Mediterranean sun.Children like to play in the water park and see the show of dolphins and sea lions.Also nearby is the Mood Beach Club, which has a beautiful beach and a Gourmet restaurant