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Known variously as the “Golden Isle”, the “Wooded Isle” and the “Tranquil Isle”, Mallorca is all of these, despite its decades-long dependence on mass tourism. The island is laden with history and sights, from its castles and enchanted gardens to caves and spectacular mountains. The eastern and southern coasts still sport some of the cleanest, most beautiful beaches in the Mediterranean, and the city of Palma is more attractive, culturally alive and fun than ever.
Mallorca (or Majorca) gets its name from the ancient Roman name for the island, Balearis Major, meaning the “biggest Balearic”-
In the heart of the most verdant part of the Tramuntana, northeast of Valldemossa.
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Overlooks the picturesque valley of Puigpunyent, north of Palma.
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The island’s highest mountain is part of the Tramuntana range. Its stark, rocky prominence provides a powerful landmark for miles around.
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Jutting skyward like a stony crown, this majestic mountain is flanked on one side by the Sóller Valley, with its picturesque villages, and on the other by Lluc and the tranquil valley of Aubarca (seeNorth Coast).
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Good for hiking, this is the highest peak in the Serres de Llevant by the southeast coast.
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Just north of the holy site of Lluc and named for its reddish colour
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The second highest peak in the Serra de Llevant, home to a well-loved monastery (see Santuari de Sant Salvador).
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Lying in the shadow of Puig de Galatzó, this pretty mountain village is the base for visiting La Reserva nature park.
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South of hyper-busy Cala Millor, the excellent beach here is full of international gay vibes.
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Roman Consul who occupied Mallorca and Menorca in the 2nd century.
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