A typical rookie mistake is to visit Palma on a rainy day. When the city is completely overcrowded you may easily overlook the beauty of the old town. And all the fantastic museums in Palma. It is not only the broad range of great exhibitions but also the unique buildings that house them. Each one worth a visit in itself. There is plenty to discover, for explorers young and old. No matter whether you want to travel back in time, retrace the history of Mallorca or are more interested in…
Talaies on Mallorca: All Along the Watchtowers
„Pirates in sight!“ was a terrifying alert for hundreds of years, when the island was repeatedly raided by corsairs. Until, in the late 16th century, watchtowers were built along the entire coastline. The talaies on Mallorca formed a network of outlooks and points of communication. What used to be essential to protect the island from invaders is now an attractive destination for hikes and excursions. Fire and Smoke As soon as a potential attacker was sighted, the watchmen on the tower either…