A Brief Destination Guide to Palma
A Brief Destination Guide to Palma
Palma de Mallorca is not just a popular Mediterranean resort but also a major port and the capital of Majorca. It is known to have one of the best atmospheres of all the Mediterranean islands with a great history, sea and sun. There are areas of old cobbled streets with Gothic architecture and little boutique shops, or areas of stylish, sophisticated bars and shops on the waterfront. The town is enchanting to walk around as there are tree lines streets and areas of great interest to all who visit.
Visiting Palma
There are plenty of flights to Palma Airport from several cities in the UK and Europe and the airport is only 11 kilometres away from the city so is easily accessible by taxi or minibus hire. You can also hire a car easily online from
the car rental specialist Car Rentals.co.uk who can offer you a really cheap deal. Hiring a car, when visiting the city of Palma, is highly recommended as there is so much more to see on the island and surrounding the city.
Sightseeing
The most popular attraction in Palma to visit is La Seo the 13th century cathedral which is a prominent feature in the city and the interior has been masterfully decorated by Antonio Gaudi. From here you can also look across the river to see the Palau de L'Almundaina which is the only remnants of Arab occupation on the Island dating back to the 10th century. If you appreciate magical views then you must visit the 14th century Bellver Castle which lies on the hill overlooking Palma, the port and the sweeping bay. You can also see the surrounding beaches that you would like to visit. Another area of historic interest is the town of Alcudia where massive Roman excavations have occurred.
Accommodation
As you can imagine there are some fantastic place so stay in Palma ranging form luxury hotel resorts along the beach fronts to pleasant guest houses in the town or on the hill overlooking the city. There are also some smaller bed and breakfasts to rent if you are only staying for a weekend break. To ensure that you get your preferred accommodation booking in advance is recommended. You can do this online with
The Cheap Self Catering Villa Rental Site which can find you a cheap deal online with no fuss or problems.
About Author
Beth Wakelam has written
a guide to Palma from the car rental specialist and
the cheap self catering villa rentals site.
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