Mallorca, sometimes called Majorca, is the largest island located off of the eastern coast of Spain in the Mediterranean Ocean. It is part of the Balearic Islands and is a very popular tourist destination. It is an island where tourists like to cruise around in their car hire and see some of the most beautiful landscapes in the world, from tall majestic mountain ranges to warm, white sandy beaches.
The capital city of the island is Palma and it is located on the southern coast. Most of the native people who live on the island live in Palma. It is a beautiful city that is full of history and culture.
No one knows exactly how long the island has been inhabited, but relics and artifacts that date back to the Paleolithic times (about 6000 BC) have been located. The Romans dominated the island in 123 BC. It was the Roman people who founded the cities of Palma and Alcudia. While in domination, the Romans focused a lot on salt mining. In 426, the island came under attack by the Vandals. In 534, the Byzantine conquered it and this is when Christianity took over. Later in 707, the island of Mallorca suffered attacks from the Muslim groups coming from Northern Africa. By the 2nd century, the Moors had come into power. The Moors developed local industries and agricultural ideas. Later in 1479, the Christian Spanish took over the island; and in 1716, the island became part of the Spanish province of the Baleares.
Mallorca is an island that is full of history. Most of history is documented in its many museums and within its ruins throughout the island. This is why having a comfortable car hire while visiting the island is essential. It is useful to be able to drive to all parts of the island to see all of the wonderful relics and the history of this unique island.
Mallorca is a major tourist destination. Being surrounded by two mountain ranges and the ocean, there is something for every type of tourist. In addition, there are also several castles and other attractions to see such as the Bellver Castle and the Cales de Mallorca. Mallorca is a beautiful place to visit and an awesome place to tour.
Transportation in Mallorca is not easy, especially around Palma. In Palma, there are many people rushing to get everywhere. Therefore, it is recommended that you invest in car hire so that you do not have to worry about public transportation around the island. There are many car hire agencies throughout Mallorca and several at Palma Airport that are ready to provide you with the best service for obtaining a quality car hire to drive during your stay in Mallorca. |
