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Balearic Islands,
Menorca
Menorca: -
The second-largest island lies some 40km (25 miles) northeast of Mallorca. The capital of Mahón (on the east coast) is a compact town, with many of the buildings dating back to the period of British occupation, and is best explored on foot. The main attractions include the Town Hall (Casa Consistorial), the Church of Santa Maria and the Church of San Francisco. Trips are available around the harbour. A good highway links Mahón with the older town of Ciudadela (the former capital) on the opposite side of the island. It has a cathedral which dates back, in part, to the 14th century, and also boasts several elegant palacios and medieval churches. Despite the lack of coastal roads, it is nevertheless possible to make a wide variety of excursions from these two main centres, both of which also have several good beaches within easy reach. All over the island the visitor will come across prehistoric dolmens, taulas or talayouts. At Talah there is a construction resembling Stonehenge, believed to have been erected 4000 years ago. Menorca has preserved its stock-farming and leather-working traditions, making its economy less dependent on the revenue earned through tourism.
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