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Alcudia

Located in the north of Mallorca, Port d' Alcudia is one of the biggest resorts in the area. It offers a sandy shoreline which extends up to 14km. The resort takes you back to the 13th century and one can experience the historic importance of the place. The ancient town of Alcudia is located in the north of Mallorca and close to is lies the beach resort of Alcudia on or Port d' Alcudia. It is a perfectly maintained walled city on the site of Roman settlement with the remains of Roman buildings and an amphitheatre. The maze of narrow streets and the medieval ramparts lead you to new places for exploration. There are also a few boutique hotels in the scenario with five star dining experience. This is the place to visit if you are looking for an authentic experience of Mallorca. The beautiful countryside nearby can also be explored by car or bikes. Read More

The eastern end of the Formentor peninsula in Majorca is known as Cap de Formentor. It is also known as the Meeting point of the winds by the locals. This headland is a spectacular location and has a few lookout points to explore. Cap de Formentor is a 20km drive from Port de Pollenca which is located at the tip of the northeastern tip of the island. The drive is splendid as it passes through the pine forests and tunnels through En Fumat mountain. As you look down, you can see the inaccessible beaches in the island and then eventually you reach a lighthouse which provides brilliants views. The 400 meters tall cliffs, sandy beaches and the original luxury hotel of the island, all are situated here. Read More

Built for King Jaume II of Majorca in the 14th century, the Bellver castle is a gothic masterpiece located on a hill 3m northwest of Palma de Mallorca. It was the King's residence at first, then a military prison, and now is under civilian control and a major tourist attraction on the island. A 14th century circular castle, the Castell de Bellver is located on a wooded hillside. With a tall round tower, it is the only one like this in entire Spain. It has been built almost 700 years ago by Pere Salva, the architect of the Almudaina Palace. There are three large towers that surround the central courtyard which is connected by an arch. The courtyard has two levels. The ground floor has semi-circular arches along with flat roof and the upper level has Gothic arches with rib vaulting. The ground floor houses the City history museum that consists of a good collection of pottery and explanatory panels. The Sunday after Easter Sunday is celebrated as Diumenge de l'Angel by the citizens. Read More

Cueves Del Drach are four huge caves that are located in the island of Majorca in Spain. The four caves are named as Black Cave, white cave, cave of Luis Salvador and the Cave of the French. These are connected to each other and are formed by water entering from the Mediterranean Sea/ Cuevas Del Drach are the four limestone caves located on the edge of Porto Cristo. These dark and cool caves have become an important tourist attraction in Majorca. There are organizer groups who accompany the tourists for the stretch of 1200 m and tell them in four languages on how to interpret the magnificent stalactite formations of the cave. The tour takes an hour to complete. It also has a classical music concert with a boat trip across Lake Martel. Read More

A completely laid back village, Estellencs is a place where one can go for a weekend retreat to find solace. It consists of the warm stone buildings that are scattered around the rolling hills. You can observe the best view of the village if you climb down the hill. This quiet, little, yet popular village of Estellencs is located within the World Heritage site of the Tramuntana mountain range. The village offers the authentic flavor of rural Majorca. Walkers and cyclists are mainly attracted to this area so that they can explore. The journey to Estellencs is brilliant as on one side you can see the changing mountain faces and on the other you can see the deep blue Mediterranean sea. There is a restaurant called Es Grau which is a must visit as you enter the village. The view from its terrace is mesmerizing. There are a lot of walking trails in this area and the most famous one is the climb to Mount Galatzo. Read More

Known for its wine cellars, Inca is a popular town in the Spanish island of Majorca. There are two reasons why one visits this place: it offers the best traditional celler restaurants and it is the core of the leather industry of the island. Inca lies halfway from Palma to Alcudia and is located at the foot of the Serra de Tramuntana mountain range. It is the third largest town in Mallorca and is also known as the city of leather. Home to the popular shoe brand Camper, a visit to these leather factories are a must while visiting Inca. There are a few buildings that depict the architecture of this place like the Church of Santa Maria Maggiore, Church of Santo Domingo and San Francisco. Placa d'Espana is home to numerous restaurants and cafes in the town. There are also amazing places to hike and explore in the countryside area. Read More

Also known as the Cathedral of Santa Maria of Palma, le Seu is a Gothic Roman Catholic cathedral that is located in Palma, Majorca, Spain. It was built by the Crown of Aragon on the site of a mosque from Moorish era. Considered to be an important landmark of the city, Le Seu lies in the oldest part of the city and the cathedral is dedicated to San Sebastian, patron saint of Palma. It is a 121 meters long, 44m tall and 55 m wide cathedral that overlooks the Parc de la Mar as well as the Mediterranean sea. It is the home to the Royal Chapel that contains the tombs of Kings James II and James III of Mallorca. As you enter from the side door, you will pass a small museum which heads to the west portal and gazes down the long corridor. The rose window is one of the largest in the world, 12m across and it is studded with 1236 pieces of stained glass. Make sure that you walk on the South front that faces the sea. Read More

Palma is the capital as well as the largest city in Mallorca, in the Balearic islands. It is located on the southern coast of Mallorca on the Bay of Palma. It is chic, sophisticated, stylist yet full of liveliness. Palma de Mallorca is located near Badia de Palma and is the capital of the island. It is located on the southern shores of the island and overlooks the sparkling blue water of the sea. This is the most important destination while visiting Mallorca as all the best restaurants, nightlife and shops of the island are based here. It also has a lively cafe society and is sometimes also compared to Barcelona. The main attractions of the town are located near the Gothic cathedral. Also visit the old town to get a true essence of traditional Mediterranean lifestyle. There are some marvelous architectural pieces in Palma like the Gothic Cathedral, Almudaina Palace, Palma town hall and many more. Read More

Located in the southeast of the island of Mallorca, Mondrago National Park is one of the most visited parks of the island. Covering an area of 785 hectares, this was declared as a Natural Park in 1992. A day trip for bird watching here is ideal. White sand beaches and the deep blue sea beside the natural park makes Mondrago Natural Park one of the favorite places of the tourists. It is an amazing area for hiking, swimming and bird watching. Cala Mondrago is one of the best places to take a dip along the east coast. It is sheltered by rocky outcrops and pine trees, with huge cliffs on it's side. Falcons and turtledoves are popular birds in the area. Also try spotting Algerian hedgehog, Balearic toad and Hermann's tortoise. There are paths along the coastline which connect all the beautiful beaches within the park. The closest town nearby is Santanyi or the coastal resort of Cala d'Or. Read More

Pollenca is the perfect Mallorcan town that is located towards the eastern end of the Serra de Tramuntana. It is situated between two hills, both of which are topped by a sacred site. Pollenca is a town located in the far north of the island of Majorca, near Alcudia and Cap de Formentor. Pollenca is that part of Majorca that one always wishes to explore. The postcard looks of Pollenca and the bohemian air of the town has attracted artists and tourists from all over the world. The best time to visit here is a Sunday morning when the Placa Major remains quite busy. The town has adapted to the growing tourism, without losing the soul. Its popular cafe life is still the best thing here. This place has a wonderful beach and a large number of restaurants and cafes to relax. The main square houses the 18th century Nostra Senyora Del Angels church which is a must watch. Read More