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Buy local: Mallorca shoes

Mallorca shoes

Everybody knows Camper but not many people know where the shoes actually come from. In fact, the headquarters of the company is still in Inca, the capital of the Mallorcan shoe industry. Not much is left of this industry, today. But a few of the most traditional manufacturers still exist. There are even some exciting new brands. And places where you can get a pair hand or custom made. Here’s a best-of Mallorca shoes for all those who like to shop local. From A to Y: Established 2013 between…

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Holy Week: Semana Santa in Palma

Semana Santa 2022

The sound of haunting drums and solemn trumpets fill the old town of Palma. And silent figures in long robes with pointed hoods are slowly walking through the narrow streets. Many of them barefoot on the cold cobblestone, some even wearing iron chains around their ankles. No matter how often I’ve watched them, I am always intrigued by the Easter processions. Everybody applauds when the costaleros, the hidden carriers, lift the heavy pasos. Richly decorated altar stages depicting scenes from the…