Tranquility In Puerto Pollensa
When people hear the word “holiday,” all their thoughts fly to sunny beaches, cocktails and clear waters. This is the reason why so many people choose Spain for their holiday destination: they are absolutely sure that they will find everything here they dreamt of. Puerto Pollensa stays among the most popular holiday destinations in Spain, as the small and tranquil fishing port offers tourists the opportunity to have a very relaxing time.
Puerto Pollensa is patiently waiting for its tourists in the Balearic Island of Mallorca, on its northwestern coast. Being guarded by the Mountains of Cap Formentor and Sierra de Tamuntana, not only does it enjoy a perfect climate all year long, but also some spectacular views.
Calm and tranquility
Puerto Pollensa is very special among the other towns in Mallorca due to the fact that the locals have succeeded in maintaining its traditional spirit, so its charm has not been spoiled by development. The history of the town as a holiday resort dates back to the 1920s, when the British started to build holiday homes here, far from the capricious weather of their country.
More tourists were attracted starting with the 1950s, when hotels appeared in Puerto Pollensa. Very close to Puerto Pollensa you’ll find an ancient settlement: Pollensa. The town was built by the Romans in order to have a defense point against the attacks coming from pirates. Tourists can still visit the Roman Bridge or Pont Roma, connecting the two settlements.
The old town attracts tourists with its sightseeing points; the Calvari Church is an important sightseeing monument which still has the old wooden cross guarding it. It now functions as the Town Hall and, although you’ll have to climb no less than 365 steps to get to it, the monument waiting for you at the top is spectacular. The Municipal Museum is hosted by an old Dominican Convent and it displays a few collections of objects dating back to the pre-Roman era. If you want to enjoy a good coffee or taste the famous tapas, visit the Plaza Mayor and you’ll find plenty of coffee shops and bars.
Sun and water
It is obvious that you must go to the beach and visit the harbor while in Puerto Pollensa. Most of the beaches have been awarded the European Blue Flag, while the harbor offers colorful and luxurious shows every day: the yachts that continuously come and go.