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Outdoors

Castell de sa Punta de n’Amer: Now and Then

Castell de sa Punta de n'Amer

It’s a short and easy yet rewarding walk. And while the kids will be delighted to explore the watchtower the adults love to take a break at the nearby café. The Castell de sa Punta de n’Amer is one of the lesser known castles on Mallorca. Located in a natural reserve between Cala Millor and Sa Coma, the historic defense tower is a popular excursion from Sant Llorenc. A narrow path through pine forest and dunes leads you to the castle by the sea. Where the children feel like knights when they…

Outdoors

Talaies on Mallorca: All Along the Watchtowers

Talaies on Mallorca

„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…