Discover 12 stunning cities/villages in Mallorca
1. ALCUDIA
Alcúdia is famous for its Mediterranean beaches, which include the busy Platja d’Alcúdia and Platja de Muro on the sweeping Alcúdia Bay. The neo-Gothic Sant Jaume church is built into the town’s restored medieval walls. These walls encircle the well-preserved old town, which has narrow streets and centuries-old buildings.
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2. CALA FIGUERA
Cala Figuera is a picturesque fishing port in the southeastern municipality of Santanyí. The striking coastline forms a Y-shape with two long inlets shaping the well-protected coves of Caló d'en Boira and Caló d'en Busques. Llaüt fishing boats can be seen in the harbour of crystalline water.
3. CALO DES MORO
Calo des Moro is located 6 kilometres from Santanyi in the southeast corner of Mallorca. This stunning beach is situated deep inside a bay with sheer cliffs.
4. CAPDEPERA
Capdepera is a historical village just 8 km from Artà. Originally there had been a watchtower where the Castle of Capdepera stands today which was used to guard the coast.
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5. DEIA
The small coastal village, Deià, is situated in the Serra de Tramuntana, which forms the northern ridge of the island. It is located about 16 kilometres north of Valldemossa, and it is known for its literary and musical residents.
6. FORNALUTX
Fornalutx is a mountainous municipality and village. The nearest town is Sóller, which can be reached by foot via a series of footpaths and pathways and the hamlet of Binibassi. Surrounding mountains include the Alfabia Mountains and the Els Cornadors.
7. MANACOR
Mallorca’s second city, Manacor, sits around 10km from the eastern coastline. It used to be an agricultural town but, with the help of the railway line that was opened in 1879, it became the industrial and commercial centre of the area. The city has also been put on the map as the birthplace of tennis superstar Rafael Nadal, who still lives here with his family when he's not playing on the tennis circuit. Nadal has even opened up a state-of-the-art tennis academy, sports centre and museum in his hometown.
8. PALMA DE MALLORCA
Palma is a resort city and capital of Mallorca (Majorca). The massive Santa María cathedral, a Gothic landmark begun in the 13th century, overlooks the Bay of Palma. The adjacent Almudaina is a Moorish-style Arab fortress converted to a royal residence. West of the city, hilltop Bellver Castle is a medieval fortress with a distinctive circular shape.
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9. POLLENCA
The scenic old town of Pollenca is located in the north of Mallorca. It’s an authentic honey stoned Mallorcan town which oozes charm. Amble around the cobbled streets and frequent the excellent cafes, restaurants and shops to while away your day.
10. SERRA DE TRAMUNTANA
The Serra de Tramuntana is a mountain range running southwest–northeast which forms the northern backbone of the island. On 27 June 2011, the Tramuntana Range was awarded World Heritage Status by UNESCO as an area of great physical and cultural significance. The Serra de Tramuntana attracts numerous visitors annually due to its unique biodiversity and gorgeous landscapes.
11. SOLLER & PORT DE SOLLER
The beautiful town of Sóller is near the north west coast of the island. It is located 3 km inland from Port de Sóller, in a large, bowl-shaped valley that also includes the village of Fornalutx and the hamlets of Biniaraix and Binibassi.
12. VALLDEMOSA
Valldemossa is a very attractive tourist destination and it showcases early Spanish culture. There are many shops and restaurants to indulge in Spanish culture.
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WHEN TO GO: The best time to visit Mallorca is the shoulder season in April–May and September–October—days are warm and crowds are few. Most hotels and restaurants are open, and it's a prime time to enjoy outdoor activities like hiking and mountain biking.
HOW TO GET THERE: You can get to the island by ferry or by plane from Spain, as well as several other European destinations.
HOW TO GET AROUND: Mallorca has an extensive road network, with good signage and, since the distances are short, it is very easy to move from one place to another. To move around the island, there are several options, such as renting a car (which allows greater freedom of movement), or traveling around Mallorca by train, bus and even bicycle, since, in recent years, the bicycle touring network has expanded from constantly.
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