Centro Historico
Centro Historico
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Tucson20,581 contributions
July 2022
If you hurry along, you will miss the niche in the Portal de Sant Roc (great Medieval depiction of the patron saint) or you will miss the coat of arms over town hall (cannon, balls, and swords) and you will miss the sculptures in the public areas depicting Picasso-esque horses or the fleshy bodied "Mediterrania" sculpture.
Hurry by at your peril. Miss the purpose of your visit. The choice is yours.
And the churches, what a treasure of artistic delights. Walk slowly, stop often, and do go into those churches.
Old Town seems to be on the upper-city level so take the ascensor (elevator) to the upper level from the port and search for the last remnant of the gates. This is pretty much ground-zero for the Old Town.
Hurry by at your peril. Miss the purpose of your visit. The choice is yours.
And the churches, what a treasure of artistic delights. Walk slowly, stop often, and do go into those churches.
Old Town seems to be on the upper-city level so take the ascensor (elevator) to the upper level from the port and search for the last remnant of the gates. This is pretty much ground-zero for the Old Town.
Written 22 November 2022
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Thunderm0nkey
Hinckley, UK24 contributions
Sept 2018 • Couples
We visited for a day on our 2 week holiday. We took the direct bus from Cala Galdana which was probably easier and cheaper than driving in. The outskirts of the town are not that nice, but once you are in the centre it is a different story - lovely narrow streets, elegant architecture and lovely shops. Everything that you would expect from an historic Spanish town. The market was quite lively too. It is not that big and can easily be walked around in a couple of hours. We chose a cafe (there are many) ordered a drink and watched the world walk by ... a great way to while away a few hours.
Written 8 September 2018
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Postiviethinking
United Kingdom115 contributions
Oct 2019
Such a lovely city centre. Nice easy walking with lots of nice chops and fabulous restaurants to enjoy. Every corner has something else to see. Enjoy
Written 14 October 2019
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TheRestlessTraveller
Northop Hall, UK339 contributions
Sept 2018
Just back from the Placa des Born and encompassing the town’s museum, cathedral and the shopping area (Ses Voltes) amongst a number of other attractions is the old centre. Full of winding streets that may lead you to another square or someone’s private garden.
You can walk through the old town area and continually find a different route across it. Often you’ll come across an area that you previously saw from another angle. It almost has a spider web feel. Yes, if you wander around you’ll come across the odd dead end but just as frequently you’ll find another beautiful building or a nice square to stop and have a drink or one of the islands awesome pastries. It’s a place that is best if you just go with the flow and, yes, get lost in.
Recommended as part of a visit on a non-market day if you really want to immerse yourself.
You can walk through the old town area and continually find a different route across it. Often you’ll come across an area that you previously saw from another angle. It almost has a spider web feel. Yes, if you wander around you’ll come across the odd dead end but just as frequently you’ll find another beautiful building or a nice square to stop and have a drink or one of the islands awesome pastries. It’s a place that is best if you just go with the flow and, yes, get lost in.
Recommended as part of a visit on a non-market day if you really want to immerse yourself.
Written 17 August 2019
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Nicole B
Italy741 contributions
July 2018 • Couples
I suggest to visit the citycenter in the early evening for view like the colours of the streets changingand stopping for sea the sunsut over the Seaport.
very nice the Cathedral and the old street.
very nice the Cathedral and the old street.
Written 26 July 2018
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bas k
Amstelveen, The Netherlands32,808 contributions
May 2018 • Solo
The charming historic centre of Ciutadela de Menorca is small but very beautiful and features some interesting architecture.I would recommend to visit the small side-streets and alley's as well because there is more to explore than just the charming main shopping street "SES VOLTES"between the port-"Plaza des Born" and" Plaza de ses Palmeres".Plaza de libertat is one of the fewer visited area's due to it's hidden location.
Ciutadela de Menorca was build by the Carthaginians and in the 4th century was seat of a bishop.
During"moorish-Islam rule it was named "Medina el Jezira"and"Medina Menurqa".
During the "reconquista"king Alfonso III re-established christianity and in 1558 Ciutadela de Menorca was decimated by a Turkish invasion.Most of the architecture in the historic centre had to be rebuild after 1558 and mainly dates from the 16th,17th,18th and 19th centuries.Between 1708-1756 and 1763-1802 Menorca was a British possession.The British moved the capital to Mahon-Mao;Ciutadella de Menorca became the second city;seat of the Spanish nobility.
Many buildings feature the local honey-colored sandstone.
Ciutadela de Menorca was build by the Carthaginians and in the 4th century was seat of a bishop.
During"moorish-Islam rule it was named "Medina el Jezira"and"Medina Menurqa".
During the "reconquista"king Alfonso III re-established christianity and in 1558 Ciutadela de Menorca was decimated by a Turkish invasion.Most of the architecture in the historic centre had to be rebuild after 1558 and mainly dates from the 16th,17th,18th and 19th centuries.Between 1708-1756 and 1763-1802 Menorca was a British possession.The British moved the capital to Mahon-Mao;Ciutadella de Menorca became the second city;seat of the Spanish nobility.
Many buildings feature the local honey-colored sandstone.
Written 11 July 2018
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davidandshona
Dumfries, UK3,093 contributions
May 2023
Much of the centre of Ciutadella could be classed as 'The Old Town' but for the purposes of this review I have restricted the definition to the area inside the main roads Avinguda de la Constitució, Avinguda de Jaume I el Conqueridor, and Carrer de sa Muradeta, whilst excluding Plaça des Born and Plaça dels Pins
Having visited dozens of countries and hundreds of cities, Ciutadella would rank up there in my Top 5. Lots of beautifully preserved old buildings, lovely tree lined plazas and squares, very clean streets and pavements (apart from the dog poo!!), friendly residents and workers, with lots to see and do and enjoy
Having visited dozens of countries and hundreds of cities, Ciutadella would rank up there in my Top 5. Lots of beautifully preserved old buildings, lovely tree lined plazas and squares, very clean streets and pavements (apart from the dog poo!!), friendly residents and workers, with lots to see and do and enjoy
Written 23 May 2023
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M H
London, UK4 contributions
Sept 2021
Really interesting exhibit here documenting the history of burial practices in Menorca. Good overview of the various groups that settled here. Impressive artifacts and well displayed.
Written 9 September 2021
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ColinRS0346
Corscombe, UK341 contributions
Sept 2019
Although it has been cleaned up for the tourist trade you can still get a hint of the original in the narrow streets. Plenty of bars, restaurants and "tourist tat" shops,
Written 1 October 2019
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Torkm68
Pitmedden, UK897 contributions
July 2019 • Couples
The old town of Ciutadella is a wondeful warren of lanes and alleys full of cafes, restaurants and quirky shops with a different view round every corner , theres plenty of tourist sites to see as well , the cathedral , Ses Voltes , St Augustines Seminary and the myriad small churches that dot the area but our best experience was just strolling the paths and taking in all the sights and sounds , a delightful way of spending a day while on Menorca.
Written 4 August 2019
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