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Menorca – Must See Sights holiday in Menorca

Menorca is an ideal tourist destination. There are plenty of sun, and a large variety of things to see and do to keep everyone entertained. So if you want to leave the beach and take a trip to one of the attractions, here are some ideas that inspires you.

1. Xoriguer Distillery

Xoriguer Distillery is one of the highlights of Menorca you definitely should take the time to visit. Located in the Moll de Ponet, and goes back to the 18th century. This is where the famous Menorca gin is made, and a trip inside the workings of the distillery is a revealing experience.

Take a tour, see the huge copper stills that make the spirit, try a sample of the finished product product (if you're old enough more!) and buy some sweets to take home with you in the store. The distillery has a range of spirits other than gin, so there is a lot to prove.

2. It Freginal Park

Located in the heart of Mahon, is Freginal Park is one of the best places to relax in the city. Full of open spaces and large displays beautiful flower, you can easily spend hours walking around and enjoy the peace and quiet.

The park is also home to many cultural events that throughout the year, especially in the summer. The stadium hosts a lot of music concerts, especially during the summer jazz festival, which will be treated absolutely if you happen to see it.

3. Placa Alfons III

This is a very nice place located on the outskirts of the old town of Ciutadella. Worthwhile heading here simply to walk and admire the old buildings in this attractive area of the city. Of course, there are also plenty of cafes and restaurants spread the edges of the square you can sit and watch the world go by. There is also a very attractive windmill age in the square is certainly worth seeing.

4. Cales Coves

If you feel a little adventure, then you may want to go out and Cales Coves, which are about seven kilometers from Mahon. Here you will find a small beach, robust, but not the beach that is the main attraction. Rather, the sides of the limestone gorge is over a hundred small caves. These ancient caves that were once used as burial chambers. No tours, but if you take a torch so you can go exploring yourself. A lot of hidden caves to find in the protected bay, but be careful not to lose!

5. Monte Toro

Monte Toro is the highest point Menorca at 352 meters, and is also a very important religious site. The legend says that a bull found a statue of the Virgin Mary on a rock at the top of the saddle and because of this that is now a Franciscan convent in the top.

The nuns open their doors to the public during the summer months, so definitely should have the opportunity to learn more about how to live their lives. It is also an important pilgrimage site so you can find many of pilgrims who accompany him to the top where you get a fantastic view of the surroundings.

6. Port of Mahon

Port Mahon is a port fantastic natural that is about five miles inland. This is where the super-rich keep their expensive yachts, and is a great place to stroll and admire all the riches sight.

Head here in the afternoon or evening and you will find many bars and restaurants to relax and watch people. You will also find a large impressive number of fishing boats Baleares, and if you like fish there are some great fish restaurants to try.

7. Club Escola Menorquina

For a real show, head Menorquina School Club, where you will witness one of the best shows of horses in Menorca. The riders show their skills here Andalusian horses with special training and is a performance that is breathtaking. A journey here makes for a wonderful afternoon and head here June to September, where you can watch shows twice a week.

About the Author

Robert writes for DDG World who are an established rentals agent offering a selection of luxury
villa rentals in Menorca
. If you are considering a holiday in Menorca, please view the current DDG World portfolio at http://www.ddgworld.com

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