For those, who want to learn more about the island, a guided tour is the best opportunity. Whether you would like to learn about the history, see the fantastic patios on public properties or get to know certain districts and villages, there are several tours every week and everywhere on the island. A circuit through [...]
Monats-Archiv: June 2009
An exceptional exposition about Cuban pilgrimage
June 16, 2009 – 3:10 pm
17 Milagroso-Babalú Ayé is an exposition on the property of the Espai Ramon Llull in the old town of Palma de Mallorca from June 17 to July 31. It is presenting photos made by eight photographers, such as Cristina García Rodero, José María Mellado, Miguel Torres, Raúl Ortega, Juan Manuel Díaz Burgos, Raúl Cañibano, Alain [...]
The Mondrago Natural Park shows the large variety of bird life in Mallorca
June 15, 2009 – 2:44 pm
The Mondragó Natural Park is located in a property in the municipal district of Santanyí and has one of the richest bird lives in Majorca. The Natural Park of a surface area of 785 hectares and 57 meters at the highest point, has a fantastic diversity of landscapes, as for example winding river torrents as [...]
Exceptional caves in Mallorca
June 15, 2009 – 1:51 pm
During the centuries water in the caves of the Balearic Islands created fantastic stalactite formations. The beauty of the subsoil is in every aspect comparable to those on display on the surface. The natural caves were refuges for prehistoric inhabitants as well as animals. Caves can be found among others in Artà, Campanet and Gènova. [...]
Frederic Chopin’s and George Sand’s “Winter in Mallorca”
June 12, 2009 – 4:36 pm
On the winter of 1838 Frederic Chopin and George Sand stayed at the property of the Royal Monastery in Valldemossa. Their stay on the island clashed with the beliefs and customs of the conservative society, due to the couple’s unmarried status and the progressive customs of Sand. Nonetheless both were enchanted by Majorca’s natural beauty. [...]
Festivities in Mallorca on the eve of Sant Joan
June 12, 2009 – 3:49 pm
Every year on the eve of Sant Joan on the vigil of June 24th, the arrival of summer and the longest period of daylight in the year, will be celebrated. The main role has fire on this night, which is also called Nit de Sant Joan, since bonfires are meant to symbolize purification. Another important [...]
The 48th International Music Festival in Pollenca
June 11, 2009 – 2:24 pm
The Pollenca International Music festival has become a classic event in the Majorcan summer and is one of the most prestigious international musical events in Europe. The music festival was founded in 1962 by English violinist Philip Newman. The festival’s concert program will take place in the property of the Cloister of Santo Domingo, which [...]
A fascinating exhibition about the life of Charlie Chaplin
June 11, 2009 – 1:25 pm
From June 11 to September 20 an exhibition about the life of the popular filmmaker and actor Charles Chaplin will be held in the Caixa Forum in Palma de Mallorca. Charlie Chaplin was one of the most influential and notable personalities of the silent film era. He acted, directed, scripted, produced and eventually scored his [...]
Rafael Nadal will try to play in Wimbledon
June 10, 2009 – 5:16 pm
Majorcan Rafael Nadal, who is the world’s number one tennis player, will not give up defending his Wimbledon crown and will travel to London, although he is currently battling persistent knee problems. On his personal web site he announced, that he will give 200 percent to be ready for the tournament. Also he proclaimed that [...]
The Season of the Opera at the Teatre Principal with exceptional works
June 10, 2009 – 5:13 pm
The Teatre Principal in Palma de Mallorca is annually holding an Opera Season since 23 years. The season is held between March and November and includes in-house productions of large-scale works, concerts for children as well as zarzuela performances. International artists, such as Carlos Álvarez, Elena Obratzova, Joan Pons, Kurt Rydl, Giovanna Casolla and Denia [...]