Perhaps you might wonder why Palma de Mallorca has never been emptied with tourists the whole year round. It seems that this place has always a feast where everyone is laughing and enjoying every thing they have. Drenching in the white glimmering warm beach water while sipping the fruit juice; isn’t persuading enough to go in Palma de Mallorca too?
Palma de Mallorca is appointed as the capital of Spain’s Balearic Islands. Because it has incredible panoramic scenery and captivating beaches, the island is always been the favorite spot of the tourists who were looking for real peace and a haven like nature. Palma de Mallorca is particularly located on the south coast of Mallorca, in the 2008 census Palma de Mallorca garnered 413, 000 population. Since the year of 1950’s the island welcomed more than 10 million visitors every year. This is how amazing and alluring Palma de Mallorca is.
The island nestled at the center of the historical city with excellent heritage abounding with contemporary cosmopolitan city. Palma de Mallorca’s popular historical construction is the La Seu; it is a huge Spanish Gothic Cathedral which began in the 1229 and continues in the 1601. The cathedral was built on the location where the existing Mosque is also found. While below the Cathedral found the ancient Almudaina Palace which is said to be the abode of the Moorish kings. And in the south of the Cathedral is also found the Parc de la Mar.
Palma de Mallorca offers various interesting places that you should not miss to see. But before going here, it is always necessary to plan for it ahead of time because Palma de Mallorca is a rushing vacation destination and it is expected to see millions of travelers coming in and out here the whole year round.
Palma de Mallorca is famous not only because it is appointed as the capital of the Balearic Islands, but also because it is the biggest city of the island when it comes to the extension and population. Up to this moment, Palma de Mallorca caters about 400, 000 people and are expecting to grow every year. Way back in 40 years Palma de Mallorca has nothing but a monotonous place, but because of the tourism influence the island became one of the vibrant cities all over Spain. In fact, most of the tourists who had been here chose to stay permanently in the island because they were in-love and impressed with its unique incredible beauty.
The famous attractions to visit in Palma de Mallorca are the following
The Castillo de Bellver. It was a royal stronghold in the 13th century. The circular design that it has was due to the manipulation of the Eastern models. The bridge that it has would lead you to the courtyard of the castle being abounding with the Gothic and Romanesque arcades.
The Son Amar. This is located in Mallorcan countryside, appointed in Europe as one that features the best variety shows. It offers the best evening entertainment which is accompanied by mouth watering meal.
Island of Cabrera. This is also called as the Goat Island. The island was once known as the haven for pirates and served as a forbidding prisoner-of-war camp during the time of the Napoleonic Wars. The island is a wealthy island when it comes to plants and wildlife and since 1991 it is appointed as a National Park.
The Porto Cristo. A typical Spanish fishing village, there are two famous theories how this town got its name which is translate in English as “The Port of Christ”. The first theory came from the legend in 1206AD where there was a fishing boat that carries a crucifix washed ashore. And the second one was there was two oxen who carries Christ’s icon to Palma and then stopped and declined to continuously move.
Palma de Mallorca has lots of hidden interesting history to discover. If you want to know more Palma de Mallorca touring its attractions and interesting places is recommended.
A decent tourist in Palma de Mallorca should of course not miss the beach. Of course it is one of the many assets of Palma de Mallorca. It was said that miles of coast in Palma is turned into 80 wonderful beaches. Which one of these are considered best and better and most suitable for our needs. Let us take a peak of some of the best beaches in Palma de mallorca.
List of Palma de Mallorca Beaches:
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Ca’n Pastilla is a good start to begin your Palma de Mallorca Holiday . There are few chairs and umbrella shades to rent and a children playground. It is also connected to S’Arsenal. Tourist usually likes to just sit down and share a few drinks with each other than really comb the area.
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S’Arsenal is one of the favorite beaches of Palma de mallorca perhaps due to its good facilities and amusement park named aquacity which feature several rides, slides and pools.
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Ses Illetes is one of the busy beaches specially peak season. Even though it is located somewhat off the beaten tracks.
- Platja de Palma boost of clear waters and cafes and got a very long coastline.
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Cala Major Beach is one good location for a long holiday which is dotted with accommodations and houses. a very popular beach in Palma.
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El Mago is for the adult beach for it is nudist.
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Cala Portals Vells Beach is an untouch beauty of nature and sea.
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Es Portitxolet is a very small beach but is surrounded by several good restaurants that you can drop by anytime you feel you up to it.
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Cala Estancia is one sandy beach and it is good for sand castle building and any sand activities.
Palma de mallorca has been famous for many years already and it has not waned or waiver up to this time.