There are so many beautiful
places to see on the island of Ibiza that you may decide to extend your stay or
make a return trip in order to enjoy them all.
Visiting the island capital of
Eivissa is like travelling back in time, with its cobbled streets, medieval
walls and breathtaking hilltop basilica. While you’re visiting churches,
be sure to make time for the 16th century white church located in the province
of San Juan. You can take in more of the island’s religious history with
a visit to the cave at Es Cuieram, in which a shrine was built to the
Phoenician goddess Tanit. The province of San Antonio Abad is well-known
for its nightlife, but is also home to a number of fascinating historic locations.
Sa Talaiassa, at 475 metres
(1,558 ft), is Ibiza’s highest point on the mountain Talaia. The name
means watchtower in Catalan. Sa Talaiassa is located in the province of
San Jose and the area boasts stunning scenery. If breathtaking natural views
are your thing, the province of San Juan Bautista consists of steep coastlines,
dense forests and a small mountain chain. This area is perfect for
travelers looking for a peaceful oasis.
The Old Town of Ibiza, known
and D’alt Vila was established in 1554 and surrounded by walls, which still
stand today. The Harbour of Ibiza Town is another peaceful place to
visit, at least in winter. During the summer, it’s a favorite spot for
drag queens. Located in the harbor is the world’s only statue commemorating
pirates.
Not all of the scenery of
Ibiza rests above ground. The island boasts several caves, including Es
Cuieram, which houses a shrine dedicated to the Phoenician goddess Tanit.
Visit Cova de Can Marca, a 100,000 year old cave or see Ses Fontanelles
Caves with what is left of several ancient paintings. Santa Caves Ibiza
is a great place to view splendid stalactites and other cave formations.
If you’re interested in marine life, don’t forget Cova de ses Llegostes,
a natural cave by the sea where an aquarium has been built. For the more
morbid traveler, the Puis des Molins Nekropolis is a well-preserved underground
tomb where the Phoenicians buried their dead.
Residents of several historic
villages still live in original farmhouses. These farmhouses are built
with this walls and painted white, ideal for staying cool in warm summers.
The island’s lighthouses offer
an amazing view of the sea and glimpses of uninhabited smaller islands that are
only reachable by boat. You may find yourself scheduling a day trip to
explore one of these tiny islands.
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