Spain's Mallorca: more than just sunshine and beaches

Mallorca is the largest island (3620 square kilometers) in the Balearic Islands of Spain with a population of over 800,000, and almost half of the residents live in the capital, Palma. In addition to towering resorts, bars, and bustling beaches, there are also unique Gothic cathedrals, fishing villages, enchanting pedestrian paths, secluded canyons, endless olive groves, apricot forests, and citrus orchards.

Gothic Roman Catholic Cathedral. Built in 1229 and completed in 1601. It is located in the old town of Parma, between the Almudena Palace and the Bishop's Palace, surrounded by tall sandstone walls. Antoni Gaudi was invited to participate in the restoration project.

The miro foundation gallery

Joan Miró is another outstanding artist from Catalonia, who is famous alongside Picasso and Dalí as a master of Surrealism in the 20th century. His works are full of childlike innocence, and many people who see his works for the first time feel that they resemble children's drawings. He expresses his sensitivity and rebellion towards political and social events through a pure and personalized artistic language. The sculptures made from various "junk" that Miró picked up on walks in the museum are quite interesting, and from the large rooftop terrace, one can also enjoy the view of Montjuïc Mountain.
Porto Cristo, meaning "Christ's Port," is located about 10 minutes away from Manacor in the Balearic Islands. In 1260, locals discovered a cross on a stranded fishing boat, leading them to believe it was a sign of Jesus' arrival and thus giving the port its name. The beautiful and peaceful Porto Cristo still hosts small boats, with the famous tourist attraction Cuevas del Drach (Drach Caves) located nearby.

The tramontana mountains

The northwest coastline of Mallorca is located near the World Heritage Site Serra de Tramuntana. It offers pleasant scenery and a rugged and beautiful coastline, with beautiful olive and pine groves and red soil villages. Serra de Tramuntana is also a great destination for hiking. Driving in the mountains is also a challenge, with winding mountain roads that can be nerve-wracking, but the stunning scenery along the way will be the best reward for your adventurous journey.

Soler centennial train

Soller, located in the west of Mallorca, gained wealth in the 19th century through citrus cultivation and trade. Many buildings in the small town have a very obvious modernist style, quite reminiscent of the Gaudí style. It is recommended to take the vintage train from Soller port to Soller town to experience the unique rustic tranquility of the area. This train carries a hundred years of history, with wooden decorations inside that exude a strong rustic atmosphere, and the scenery along the way is beautiful and spectacular.