Mallorca boasts more than 305 days of sunshine and miles of coastline with
secluded coves that attracts literally millions of visitors to Mallorca year after year. Of the four Balearic islands Mallorca is the largest, approximately 90 miles at it's longest by about 30 miles, the island offers a very diverse and varied landscape. Along the northern and north west coastline lies the rugged and dramatic cliffs of
the Serra de Tramuntana mountain range from Andratx to the Cape of Formentor. Mallorca´s north coast holds an abundance of breathtaking scenery: Ranging from small picturesque coves to jagged cliffs.
There are also many small " Pueblos " steeped in historic interest that are easy to find and help make a very interesting diversion from the sea and sand.
Inland Mallorca comprises a large interior plain populated by small industrial villages, some famous throughout the world for cultured pearls, glass artifact production and leather produce.
The scenery is unusually green and fertile with tens of square miles of olive,
almond and orange groves all protected from the Mediterranean winds by mountains.
The capital Palma dominates the south west corner of the island, as a result the " bottom left " is by far the most cosmopolitan region dominated by the resorts around the Bay of Palma, the Paseo de Maritimo stands proud with it's modern selection of 5 star hotels.
The east coast by comparison is generally flatter combining a mix of delightful
coves and long stretches of white sandy beaches. Mallorca was the pioneer of the early package holiday, as a consequence it has evolved to offer something for everyone.
The island is perfect for families, the young at heart, and people in general who
just want to get away from it all. |
