Menorca: an earthly paradise that emerges from the Mediterranean Sea. Often underestimated, this island belonging to the Balearic archipelago has nothing to envy to its sisters Ibiza and Mallorca. Indeed, Menorca has wonderful treasures to offer that you probably don't know about!
In addition to its wonderful coves, splendid beaches and unforgettable sunsets, Menorca embodies all those characteristics that make it a perfect holiday destination, especially in case you dream a stay dedicated to peace and simplicity.
To discover all the curiosities about the island of Menorca, keep reading our article and start planning your holiday on this beautiful island in the Mediterranean Sea.
THE TALAIOTIC CULTURE
Originating between the Bronze Age and the Iron Age, the culture of the Talayot civilization is the distinctive sign of the Balearic Islands, especially Menorca, which with its particular architectural constructions knows how to amaze the most curious visitors and tourists. Typical of the Talayotic culture are the navetas, talayots, taulas and necropolis, with their characteristic circular stone structure. In the Talayotic civilization can be identified various social stratifications, with differentiations of rank that allowed or not access to common resources. Furthermore, it seems that the Balearics were related to the Balari, a nuragic people inhabiting the North-West Coast of Sardinia: the affinities, as well as being architectural, are also linguistic.
POC A POC LIFESTYLE
If you say Menorca, you say relax. In fact, the inhabitants of Menorca are recognized and appreciated by visitors for their affable character, calm and hospitality. Their motto is to live a life "poc a poc": slowly, away from the hustle and bustle, in order to enjoy the present moment to the fullest. Their coffee breaks at the bar can last for hours, as can their lunches. They prefer to go to the sea around sunset or rest under the pine forests near the beaches. In the morning they have the custom of going fishing and on weekends they are great lovers of equestrian competitions. A further sign of the poc a poc lifestyle are the numerous footpaths that cross and surround the island.
THE 7 LIGHTHOUSES OF THE ISLAND
Among the beauties that the island of Menorca offers there are also its magnificent lighthouses, located in different areas of the island, three of which in Ciutadella. Until recently, these were inhabited by families who kept them and took care of them, while now that they are uninhabited they can be visited safely. From each lighthouse it is possible to admire a splendid and unique panoramic view of the surrounding nature, especially the Cavalleria Lighthouse is the perfect spot to appreciate breathtaking sunsets! The other other lighthouses on the island are Favàritx Lighthouse, Punta Nati Lighthouse, Aire Island Lighthouse, Isla del Viento Lighthouse, Cap d'Artrutx Lighthouse, Sa Farola Lighthouse.
THE WRECKERS
The island, especially near its Northern Coast, has been the site of numerous shipwrecks throughout history. These tragic events are told of events since 1475, but the most famous shipwreck that occurred on the jagged coasts of Menorca is certainly that of the French ocean liner General Chanzy, dating back to 1910 in Cabo Bajolì, where the Punta Nati Lighthouse was later built. This tragic event gave its name to the inlet where the boat sank, since then called Cales Morts (The Dead's Bay).
STELLAR RESERVE
Not just a destination for inveterate vacationers, nature lovers and adventurers. Menorca is also the perfect location for those who practice astrotourism! Thanks to its very low level of light pollution and the particularly pure air of the island, Menorca was named Stellar Reserve in 2019, thus confirming itself as one of the places best suited on the planet to observe the stellar vault in all its splendor. For this occasion, specific areas of the island have been identified and special hotels and structures have been set up in order to fully appreciate the night sky.
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