Mallorca
The largest of Spain’s Balearic islands, Mallorca is approximately 60 miles long and covers an area of 1,405 square miles. It may be compared in size to Cornwall or New York’s Long Island.
The island is divided into two main regions, the mountains and the plains; the spectacular mountain chain of 100 kilometres length runs north east to south west.
Winding roads lead through pine forests towards the northern coast, where the mountains dive steeply into the navy blue sea. The plains in the south are dotted with windmills and olive groves. In spring, the whole island is white with almond blossom. The south east is shilly and there are unfrequented coves and small harbours. Palma, the islands beautiful capital city has a wide bay, surrounded by beaches and whose port is dominated by an impressive 13th century cathedral.
The influence of early Arab rule can be seen throughout the island. Jaime I of Aragón conquered the island during the 12th century. Along with Menorca and Ibiza, it formed the province of Baleares when Spain was unified in 1492. Mallorca’s wine industry centres around the vineyards of Binissalem, with some 400 acres under vines.
The road from Inca to Palma cuts right through this area, where the excellent full-bodied reds are produced.
Cuendet proposes: independent villas with swimming pool, apartments at the sea, cottages immersed in the green vegetation and just a short walk from the sea, small villas with garden and charming houses.