The large island in the Balearic archipelago, which belongs to Spain and is located in the Mediterranean Sea, is magnificent Mallorca. It is inhabited by seven hundred seventy-eight thousand people. This is one of the most popular beach resorts in the world. The capital of the island is the beautiful city of Palma de Mallorca.
Archaeological excavations confirm that the history of the island began in prehistoric times. The territory of modern Mallorca for some time belonged to the ancient Carthage - the state of the Phoenicians. After he fell, the island became a haven for pirates. In 123, the island was captured by the Roman consul and put an end to piracy. In 534, the island passed into the hands of the rulers of Byzantium and was annexed to Sardinia.
At this very time, Christianity began to develop here, the first temples appeared. In the twelfth century, the island was captured by North African Arabs, but their rule was short-lived. Since 1229, Spanish rule was established on the island. In the year one thousand seven hundred and sixteenth, the island was proclaimed part of the Balearic Islands, and from the year one thousand nine hundred and eighty-third the city became their capital.
The Spanish island of Mallorca, whose resorts are extremely popular among tourists around the world, is truly a paradise. It is considered the most beautiful island of the Balearic archipelago. Here you can relax with the whole family or in the company of close friends.
Today, the main aspect of the life of the island of Mallorca is resorts. A huge number of luxurious modern hotels are concentrated here, which provide tourists with excellent comfort and European service. Thanks to its favorable Mediterranean climate, Mallorca awaits its guests throughout the year.
The map of Mallorca will tell you about the possibility of a varied holiday. The majestic Sierra de Tramuntana mountains are adjacent to resorts and sandy beaches; in the north, a mountain range with steep banks stretches for 100 km. In the east of the island you will find fascinating excursions to the caves of Arta and Drak, which keep the secrets of ancient pirate treasures, the fairy-tale world of stalagmites and stalactites. The sea, mountains and valleys are the three elements that created this amazing island.
Es Trenc, Mondrago, Ses Covetas, Figuera Bay - the most comfortable and beautiful beaches and recreation areas of the island of Mallorca. The most visited resorts are located in the southwest, along the Gulf of Palma. If you go southeast of the capital, you will get to the "German" resorts Arenal, Can Pastilla and Playa de Palma. These three zones are united by one five-kilometer beach. Every seven hundred meters there are beach clubs.
Here you can visit a small bar, rent sun loungers and umbrellas, equipment for water sports. At your service - comfortable changing rooms, toilet rooms. A cobbled promenade stretches beyond the beach strip. Luxurious palm trees grow along it, which save from the heat. The promenade is built up with numerous shops, bars and restaurants. All resorts of the island are connected to its center by bus routes.
To the west of the capital of the island of Mallorca are the resorts of the "English" zone. Among them, the most popular are Magalluf and Palmanova. These resorts are considered youth recreation centers on the island.
Very close to Palma de Mallorca are the best resorts of Mallorca - the elite Illetas and Cala Major, which are adjacent to the summer royal residence.