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C/ Fra Joan Llabrés, 16. 07600 (Playa de Palma)
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www.barcelopueblopark.com |
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| The country of
Spain
is located in southwestern Europe. |
| Mainland Spain has a surface area of 493,486 square kilometers, while the Balearic Islands and the Canary Islands cover 4,992 and 7,447 square kilometers, respectively. The Spanish cities of Ceuta and Melilla on the African continent account for an additional 32 square kilometers. |
| The World Tourism Organization rates Spain as the second most popular tourist destination worldwide, with 49.5 million visitors annually. | |
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| Majorca is an island in the Balearic archipelgo, along with the islands of Menorca, Ibiza, Formentera, and Cabrera. It is the largest of the islands, with a surface area of 3,640 square kilometers and a population of 700,000. |
| Its warm climate, the beauty and variety of its landscapes, its history and traditions, the wide range of cultural activities, the facilities on the island for all sorts of sports, and the traditional hospitality of its people have all made Majorca a place you'll want to come back to. |
| Playa de Palma Beach is 5 minutes from Son Sant Joan International Airport, 10 minutes from the island's capital and close to the highway leading to the main towns on the island, making it an ideal location for those wishing to discover Majorca. The beach is 6 kilometers long and 40 meters wide, with fine sands and crystal-clear water, attracting water-sports lovers and outdoor activity enthusiasts. | |
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 Palma Cathedral. Built between the 14th and 19th centuries, this French Gothic structure is 121 meters long by 55 meters wide and has the largest rosette window in Europe. It is probably the most distinctive symbol of Palma, the capital of Majorca. |
| Almudaina Palace. Royal Palace built over an old Muslim fortress. It was the residence of the first King and Queen of Mallorca. |
| The Lonja (Marketplace).One of the most beautiful examples of civil gothic architecture in the Mediterranean. Today it houses the Museum of Fine Arts. |
| Paseo del Borne. Main thoroughfare and heart of the historic quarter, and one of the busiest streets in the city. This avenue branches off to medieval streets with 19th century palaces of Italian influence. |
| La Plaza de Cort. In this square lies the Palma City Hall, with its beautiful 17th century façade. The nearby gothic church of Santa Catalina is also worth a visit. |
| Bellver Castle. An example of 14th century military architecture, in almost perfect condition. It is the only circular castle in Europe. |
| Lluc Monastery. Religious center of the island, where the faithful worship the statue of Mare de Deu de Lluc, patron saint of the island. The monastery lies on one the highest points of the island, offering spectacular views of the Sierra de Tramuntana mountains. |
| Valldemosa. A small city with special charm situated in the valley of the Sierra de Tramuntana mountains. Its main attraction is the Cartuja, an old monastery which preserves the memory of the couple who stayed here in the winter of 1838: Polish musician Frederick Chopin and writer Georges Sand. |
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| Influenced by geography, the people of Majorca have made good use of all the ingredients found on the island. |
| The most typical dishes in Majorcan cuisine are "trempo", (a delicious salad of tomatoes, green pepper, and onion); "tumbet", made with potatoes, eggplant, peppers and tomatoes; and Majorcan soups, made from a base of vegetables and brown bread. Other popular Majorcan dishes are "frito mallorquin", "rostit", oven-roasted suckling pig, pork loin with cabbage, "brut" rice, vegetable "cocas", "cocarrois", and "empanadas". |
| Visitors to the island should also try "pa amb oli", juicy slices of bread with olive oil and tomato served with ham, cheese, Majorcan olives, and a good local wine. |
| Other dishes not to be missed are "ni la sobrasada", "botifarro", "camaiot", and regional sausages and cured meats. |
| Typical desserts include "ensaimada", "gato de almendra" (almond), cottage cheese pie, apricot cake, potato pie, "duquesas", "crespells", and "robiols". |
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| The most typical handcrafted products are Llengües, fabrics with unique prints(used to make bedcovers, tapestries, and curtains); clay objects like the traditional Siurells (horse-shaped whistles covered with lime and etched with bright red and green designs); handmade blown glass made mainly in the town of Algaida; pearls and furniture from Manacor; and shoes and furs from Inca. |
| The Balearic Islands have a long trading tradition, which explains the presence of traditional outdoor markets held weekly in every town on the island. Some of the more popular ones are in Alcudia (Tuesdays and Sundays), Inca (Thursdays), Binissalem (Fridays) and Santa Maria (Sundays). |
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| Local Time: UTC + 2 in Summer. UTC + 1 in Winter. |
| Official Currency: The currency used is the Euro |
| Official Language:Spanish and Catalan. |
| Population: Approximately 39 millions inhabitants in Spain. |
| Health Information: No vaccine or medical certificate is needed to travel to Spain. |
| Electricity: 2220 V. Plugs are rounded and double-pronged. |
| Types of payment: Most shops accept cash and major international credit cards, such as VISA, MasterCard and American Express. |
| Banking hours: Monday to Friday, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.. |
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