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| Top 10 Things in Menorca on a Short Break |
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 Hotel Santo Tomas - Hotel |
Located right by the beach in Playa Santo Tomas. The hotel is the only government rated 4 star hotel on the island and offers the best quality and comfort. The rooms are equipped with full bathrooms, air-conditioning, a minibar, satellite TV, a safe box and a terrace overlooking the beauty of the unspoilt beach.
The hotel features a divine heated indoor swimming pool, as well as a garden swimming pool with breath-taking views of the ocean. The hotel also features many health facilities such as a Jacuzzi, a steam room, sauna's, a gym and a massage beauty centre. The hotel has a buffet restaurant and a restaurant-bar located by the sea.
For more information visit - www.sethotels.co,/ingles/inicio.htm |
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 Hotel Sol Gavilanes - Hotel |
The hotel is situated right next to the sea at Santa Galdana beach, which is one of the most beautiful coves with the nicest, finest sand. It is surrounded by beautiful garden areas and pinewoods. All the rooms are equipped with a fully-fitted bathroom, air-conditioning, telephones, satellite TV, a minibar and a terrace which features the most spectacular views.
The hotel features 2 stunning restaurants, a bar, a fitness centre, room service and a babysitting and laundry service. The hotel also has a swimming pool and a in-house disco.
For more information visit www.solmelia.com |
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 Ca N'Olga - Restaurant or Cafe |
Located in Pont Na Macarrana, Es Mercadal. This is a stylish and sophisticated restaurant which attracts many visitors throughout the year. The restaurant is situated in a 150 year old Menorcan house and offers dining facilities on a beautiful outdoor patio, as well as a couple of indoor tables.
The restaurant features a lovely menu, which tends to change frequently according to what is available at the markets. Some of the dishes which tend to appear regularly are cap roig, cabrito and mussels au gratin. The deserts that are on offer includes specialities such as a velvety smooth fig ice cream and chestnut pudding. |
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 Santa Clara Church - Cutural Attraction |
Located on the island of Menorca, you will find the Santa Clara Church, which was founded in 1287 and then was destroyed in 1558 during the Turkish raid. The church was rebuilt during the 17th century and was once again badly damaged in the Spanish Civil War. The church was restored once again and has remained standing until this day.
One of the definite highlights of the church is a very complicated wood carving which depicts the 'Adoration of Shepherds.' The carving was stolen many years ago, but then due to a stroke of luck, was recovered a few years later. The attractive little church is to this day home to a handful of dedicated nuns. |
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 Castell de Sant Nicolau - Tourist Attraction |
Located in Placa Almirall Farragut. The beautiful 17th century castle, was originally built and intended to be a watch tower to protect the nearby harbour from dangers. The castle is home to very educational exhibitions which are available for viewing throughout the year.
The castle has a working drawbridge and features breath-taking views of the ocean. It has become a very popular destination for watching the sunset with the harbour in the background. |
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 Es Freginal Park - Natural Attraction |
| This beautiful garden is situated in the capital of Mso. The park features a lot of sitting areas, the most majestic flower displays, beautiful lawns and is often used for cultural events. The park also features a stage area, which is used by musicians, especially during the hot summer jazz festival. |
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 Cafe El Molino - Bar or Club |
| Located on Camino de Mao 7, this is definitely one of the favourite bars on the island. The bar was established in 1905 on the premises of a windmill dating back to 1794. The bar offers a truly cultural experience by featuring intriguing monumental walls and vaulted ceilings which are a lot older than the buildings that surrounds it. It has become a favourite watering-hole with many different kinds of people, ranging from foreign visitors to local fishermen. |
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 Museo Diocesa de Menorca - Cutural Attraction |
The museum is located on Seminari 7, Ciutadella. The museum is housed in a beautiful building which was originally a Augustinian convent. The museum features many interesting exhibits and collections which include prehistoric relics, historic artefacts and bronze castings.
The museum also features numerous collections of Catalonian paintings and many precious objects. The most exciting items which are on display are the ancient and precious gold chalices and communion cups.
The museum is open Mon - Sat 10:30am - 13:30pm. Enquires regarding admission costs can be made by contacting the museum on Tel: (+34) 971 481 297. |
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 Museu de Menorca - Tourist Attraction |
The museum is located in the town of Mao, the capital city of Menorca. A beautiful building formerly the cloister of a Franciscan monastery is the home of the museum.
The highlights of the museum include displays such as artworks and archaeological relics, as well as artefacts dating from the Roman, Byzantine, Arabic and Talayotic periods in Menorca. These fascinating exhibits provide a fruitful insight into the history of the island.
The museum is open Tue - Sat 10:00am - 20:00pm and Sun 10:00am - 14:00pm. Admission enquiries can be made by contacting the museum on Tel: (+34) 971 350 955. |
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 Son Bou Beach - Natural Attraction |
Situated in Menorca, is the longest and most crowded beach on the island. The beach stretches along 3 km of beautiful sand and calm waters, making it the ideal beach for children to have a swim. Located on the Eastern side of the beach is ruins of a ancient Menorcan Christian church, which makes it a wonderful place for sightseeing.
Services that are available on the beach includes lifeguards, renting of beach umbrellas and hammocks, dressing rooms, public phones and the renting of water crafts. |
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| Cobblers Restaurant - Restaurant or Cafe |
| One of the top ten restaurants in Menorca
offering a delightful setting dining with the stars.The menu offers a variety of options of meat fish & Vegetarian dishes. |
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| Cobblers Restaurant - Restaurant or Cafe |
| Had a fantastic meal in Cobblers the staff were really attentive as my girl friend has a nut allergy the evening dining in the open air courtyard made our holiday would gladly recomend this restaurant. |
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