| d like to sample some authentic Spain when on a | | | | Wednesday at noon and will provide you with plenty |
| Majorca holiday, Alcudia could be the perfect place to | | | | of insight into the region's history. |
| visit. As well as sun, sea and sand, the town is full of | | | | When exploring Alcudia, one of the best ways |
| history and culture, meaning you can have the best | | | | around the region is by bicycle. Of course you might |
| of both worlds. | | | | prefer to stroll around the town, but travelling by |
| While many people travel to Majorca to soak up the | | | | bike opens up the wider area and also does away |
| sun and enjoy the party atmosphere, this isn't all the | | | | with the need for public transport, which can be |
| island has to offer. The northern town of Alcudia in | | | | cramped as a result of the vast tourist numbers. |
| particular is a great cultural location to visit, boasting | | | | Once you've exhausted the old town, travel back to |
| Roman monuments and narrow streets inside a | | | | the coastal resort and continue along the beach to |
| walled town. | | | | the northern end. Here you'll come to the region's |
| After booking your farmhouse in Mallorca, you might | | | | harbour, housed by an old fishing village. Enjoy some |
| like to start exploring the different parts of the area. | | | | freshly-caught seafood in one of the restaurants |
| The coastal resort makes up one section and is | | | | lining the seafront or perhaps take a boat trip out |
| particularly popular with families because of the | | | | onto the water to make the most of the scenery. If |
| impressive beach. One of the longest on the island, | | | | you have time to spare, you could even opt to take |
| the stretch of sand spans seven miles, so you're sure | | | | the ferry across to Ciutadella on the western side of |
| to find a spot in which to relax. | | | | Menorca for a day out. |
| The beach begins in the resort of Can Picafort and | | | | Back in Alcudia, you'll find an authentic Spanish market |
| extends to Alcudia Port, which constitutes another | | | | provides just the cultural experience you may have |
| part of the town. The third section is the old town, | | | | been looking for on your Majorca holiday. A Sunday |
| and it's here you'll find historical sites. | | | | market takes place at Porta del Moll so look out for |
| When booking your Mallorca farmhouse, you might | | | | souvenirs to take back home as well as fresh fruit |
| like to give consideration to its whereabouts. If you | | | | and vegetables you can use to cook up some |
| enjoy visiting the beach and paddling in the sea, | | | | traditional Spanish food back in your Mallorca |
| make sure you find somewhere near the coast. But | | | | farmhouse. |
| if you enjoy being away from the hustle and bustle, | | | | You can also find some great leather products from |
| you might choose somewhere nearer to the old | | | | Inca at the market, or travel to the region yourself |
| town - especially if you've a penchant for history. | | | | as part of your holiday in the area. The town is |
| The old section of the town can be accessed via | | | | renowned for producing fantastic leather items but |
| two gates, one of which was constructed after the | | | | also for its wine cellars, so you might decide to pick |
| island was conquered by King Jaime I of Spain, along | | | | up a bottle while you're there. Another market is held |
| with the wall that surrounds the old town and dates | | | | on a Tuesday if you miss the Sunday alternative. |
| back to the 14th century. The town itself was | | | | When you return to Alcudia, you might decide you're |
| established by Phoenicians and settled in by the | | | | ready to hit the beach, so prop up your deck chair |
| Greeks. It is one of the oldest in Mallorca, going as | | | | and delve into a good book for a relaxing hour. Or, if |
| far back as the second century BC. | | | | you're feeling active, you'll find a range of water |
| Inside the town, you'll find the entrance to the | | | | sports to try at the main beach in the area. |
| Roman settlement of Pollentia, built in 70 BC. You'll be | | | | If it's seclusion you're after, there are other less |
| able to see the outlines of several buildings on the | | | | crowded beaches in the region, such as the nearby |
| ground and some of the columns are still standing. | | | | Platja de San Pere. This sheltered spot is great for |
| Also in the area is a tiny Roman theatre, thought to | | | | views of the Formentor peninsula and for some |
| be the smallest amphitheatre in Spain. | | | | peace and quiet. |
| If you're yearning to know more about the area and | | | | Whatever you want from your holiday to Majorca, |
| find the best places to visit of historical importance, | | | | you're sure to find a great mix of culture, fun and |
| why not opt for a guided walk? Tours are held every | | | | history in Alcudia. |