There are many interesting countries in the world, each of which has its own uniqueness and uniqueness. A huge number of attractive places is ready to offer tourists Spain. Menorca is exactly the part of the country that is recommended to visit. Although Menorca is not as popular as the neighboring islands of Ibiza and Mallorca, there is something to see here. In addition, this island is an ideal place for those who prefer a calm and measured rest. Tourist service here is limited to four recreation areas. However, it is here that lovers of exotic and archaeological sites should come.
Menorca is a beautiful island located in the northeastern part of the Balearic Islands. It is considered a territory of Spain. Its population does not exceed 80,000 people. The most significant attractions are the beaches. It was thanks to them that tourists learned about such an island as Menorca. Vacationer reviews show that beacheshere more than in all the Balearic Islands. Their total length is 217 kilometers. In addition, there are many places that are of great interest to lovers of history and culture. The beauty of the whole territory of Menorca can be observed from Monte Toro, which is the highest point of the island.
In the northern part of the island there is a steep coastline and small beaches with a pebbly reddish-sand coating. As for the southern coast, there are numerous ravines on it. It should also be noted that diving enthusiasts go to the island of Menorca. Reviews show that all the most interesting places here can be seen during the first vacation. The architecture of the island can be roughly divided into two types. The first includes white houses. They are typical Mediterranean structures. The second type is buildings built in the English style. They testify to the various stages of the British presence in these places. In addition, there are many archaeological sites in Menorca, thanks to which the island is called an open-air museum.
Special attention should be paid to the remains of the civilization that lived here in the second millennium BC. Navets, tauls and talaiots are megalithic stone buildings. If you highlight the largest concentration of prehistoric monuments that Menorca is famous for, the reviews of tourists show that it will be Naveta des Tudons. It is here that you can see the large burial structure of the island, socalled "libel", the shape of which resembles a ship turned upside down, its height corresponds to the level of a two-story house.
In the southern part of the island there is an equally famous ancient landmark - the prehistoric village of Torre d'en Gaumes. Three stone towers rise here - talaiots, surrounded on all sides by defensive walls. Of great interest is the construction of the taula - a kind of temple, the building of which was built in the shape of the letter "t". And this is not all the ancient places attracting tourists that Menorca is famous for. Reviews show that the dolmen burial room is also of interest to guests of the island.
As far as structures from more recent history, cities such as Mahon and Ciutadella should be visited. The first is the capital of the island and the most important commercial center. The main attraction of the city is the natural harbor. In addition, it is the best natural port in the Mediterranean. The list of the most interesting places should be supplemented with such structures as the house overlooking the harbor, the Church of St. Mary, the main value of which is considered to be a huge organ consisting of 3000 pipes. It is recommended to visit the distillery, where fine gin is produced using ancient technology. But this is not the only city that offers the island of Menorca for inspection. Reviews show that the city of Ciutadella is no less interesting. It is completely different from the capital. It is dominated by Gothic and Baroque buildings, mansions and palaces,built in the 18th century.
And on the east coast of Menorca you can visit nature reserves, a walk through which will leave a lot of unforgettable impressions.
