The island of Mallorca is one of the most popular and oldest resorts in Europe. It is here that world celebrities and aristocracy regularly rest. And in fact, amazingly beautiful nature, mild climate, friendly people and a lot of attractions for all tastes make this resort a real pearl among the tourist routes.
In this article, we will tell you what is worth looking at in Mallorca.
Bellver Castle
Bellver Castle for Mallorca is like the Eiffel Tower for Paris. It is here that first of all tourists who want to get acquainted with local monuments of history and architecture go.
An ancient circular structure is located in a picturesque pine park on the hill Puig de Sa Mesquida. Its age is over 600 years and it is the only castle of its kind in the whole of Spain. On the perimeter of the castle is a magnificent gallery with columns, on the first floor there are 21 columns, and on the second - 42 columns.
Tourists are attracted not only by the beauty of the castle, but also by the stunning beauty of the landscapes opening from here to the neighborhood (in particular, to the capital of the islands - Palma de Mallorca). On the first floor of the castle there is a museum, on the second floor there are royal quarters, a kitchen, official premises, an hour and many empty rooms. On Sundays, the entrance to the castle is free, but the second floor is closed.
In addition, not far from the castle is another attraction of Mallorca - the Church of La Seu. This building is worth seeing to all who like the solemnity and grandeur of Catholic church buildings.
Mallorca: the caves of Art and the Dragon
Caves of the Dragon and Art in Mallorca are obligatory to visit by all who are keen on the monuments of nature, created not by the hand of man, but by natural means.
The Dragon Cave is located in the suburb of Port-Cristo. This is the largest and, according to tourists, the most impressive cave on the island. The popularity of this cave was brought not only by the most beautiful stalactites and stalagmites, but also by an underground lake, through which walks by boat are organized.
Cave Art is located near the small resort town of Canyamel. The main attraction of the cave is the largest stalagmite in the world - more than 23 meters high. The halls of the cave are called Hell, Purgatory and Paradise. In each of them tracks, supports and special illumination are organized.
Monastery Luke
The Monastery of Luke is the center of the religious life of Majorca. On the territory of the monastery there is an amazing beauty of an ancient church, a monastery garden and a church museum, in the collection of which more than 1000 exhibits. In addition, here you can listen to the singing of the boys' choir "Els Blavets".
From the monastery in all directions, hiking trails in the mountains of Sierra de Tramuntana - both on foot and bicycle. In addition, near the monastery there are souvenir shops, cafes, shops, a patisserie and several bars.
Cape Formentor
Cape Formentor is located in the northern part of the island. According to local residents, in good weather, even the neighboring island of Menorca can be seen from the cape. On the promontory there are beautiful beaches and hotels, but the main value of this place is the delightful seascapes. Visiting Cape Formentor will surely leave an indelible mark in your memory, especially if you go there not in the afternoon, as most tourists do, but during sunset or at dawn hours.
You can get to the cape either by land (by car or bus), and by sea (by water taxi or together with a boat excursion).
The Almudine Palace
The Almudine Palace in Mallorca is the most beautiful monument of architecture. Since the erection, it was the palace of the rulers - originally the Arab sheiks, then the royal family of Mallorca, and now it has become the summer residence of the royal family of Spain.
The architectural style and interior decoration of the palace reflect the long history of the building - they reflect the era of the Arab rulers, and later years, when the palace passed into the possession of the Catholic kings.
When planning to visit the wonderful island of Mallorca, do not forget about getting a visa to Spain and medical insurance for the Schengen visa . Have a good trip!