Balearic Islands of Majorca, Menorca, Ibiza and Formentera
November 3, 2009 4:13 pm TravelThe Balearic Islands located off the coast of Spain in the Mediterranean Sea offer a diverse assortment of attractions, cultural elements and above all tremendous geographic beauty and amazing views. The largest of the Balearic Islands is Majorca, which is also the most populous. In addition it receives the largest number of tourists every year. The capital of Majorca is Palma. It is an historic city and many of the buildings and neighborhoods demonstrate its significance and transitions throughout various eras and historic periods. With incredible historic landmarks and attractions like the Bellver Castle, which was all of Europe’s first circle castle, tourists visit Majorca by the millions.
Menorca is the second largest of the four major islands and is Majorca’s slightly smaller neighbor, which accounts for its name. Menorca is a much quieter and laid back island with its main tourist attractions being the summer music festival and the series of fiestas that occur throughout the island. It is a beautiful island paradise and has some incredible beaches. The next largest and one of the most famous islands in the world is Ibiza. Ibiza is internationally infamous for its club scene, though that should not detract from the great historic and cultural elements that are also located on it. San Antonio and Ibiza Town are the primary towns of Ibiza Island.
Formentera is the smallest of the four major Balearic islands and is truly a quiet island paradise. It is known for its seclusion and peaceful atmosphere as well as for some of its nude beaches. Each of the largest four Balearic islands has a personality and offerings unique to itself, though they also have some common elements that are associated with their location in the Mediterranean. Whichever island or islands a tourist wishes to visit they are guaranteed to have an incredible experience at any one of the 5 star hotels Balearics.
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