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Llucmajor, Mallorca - A Guide to Sights and area
Llucmajor is a large municipality located east of Palma which, in addition to the town itself, is also home to the popular s’Arenal beach resort.
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What to expect in Llucmajor
Llucmajor is loved by athletes who have optimal conditions to cultivate their passion here, especially cycling and golf are popular activities in the area. But you can also look forward to beautiful coasts, small beaches and beautiful rural lands.
The town of Llucmajor offers some incredibly beautiful buildings that testify to the prosperity of past times, but also other sights intrude and make Llucmajor worth visiting.
Things to do and see in the Llucmajor area
Llucmajor is an incredibly interesting area to explore, there are just so many points of interest. If you have the slightest interest in architecture, then you are in for treat when visiting Llucmajor, as there is a large number of really great buildings in the town.
CAPOCORB VELL
One of the largest and most splendid examples of Mallorcan prehistory is found in the southern part of Llucmajor, the Capocorb Vell. The entire site comprise a plot size of more than 6,000 m2, exhibiting the excavations of some of the most unique cultures of the island; the Taliotic.
PARISH CHURCH OF SANT MIQUEL
Impressive Baroque basilica built on top of the former primitive Goithic church from the 14th century. The church
CASA CONSISTORIAL
Casa Consistorial is the Town Hall of llucmajor, a stunning four storey building in Historicism and Neo-Gothic architecture. It features unique ornate handrails, as well as Mallorcan marble and other details that makes it worth a stop.
RENT A BIKE AND GO CYCLING
Inca is perfectly located in the hearth of Mallorca, close to mountains and country roads. A particularly popular ride is the one to the Santa Magdalena hermitage situated at the summit of the mountain of same name just north of Inca town.
FOMENT AGRICOLA
This stunning Modernism building with Neo-Gothic attributes was the seat of the Foment Agricola, the agricultural promotion agency. The building was designed by local architect Miquel Salvà, in 1908.
SANT BONAVENTURA
Franciscan church and convent of Sant Bonaventura is a great sight in Llucmajor. The convent feature one of Spain’s most unique collections of grisailles in the cloister, which has been declared Asset of Cultural Interest. Also, the beautiful Baroque portal is worth a picture.
TORRE DE CALA PI
Built in 1663 as a response to the many and ongoing raids of pirates, the watchtower of Cala Pi stands guard from its position on the rocky cliffs of Cala Pi.
MERCAT DES PEIX / PEIXATERIA
Mercat des Peix is a simple yet stylish building which represent both good and bad times in Llucmajor. The building, which is finished in Modernism style, was not finalized with all details as planned due to economical difficulties in the area.
CA SES XILENES
Ca ses Xilenes, or Home of the Chileans, is a beautiful building in the heart of the town which features emblematic Neoclassicism architecture on the main facade.
IMAGE GALLERY
Enjoy some beautiful pictures from Inca
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FAQ
Llucmajor is great to visit all year round. The large and versatile area has so much to offer any interest, particularly if you’re looking for an active vacation. You’ll have tranquil countryside, mountainous terrain and beautiful coastal stretches close by anywhere in Llucmajor.
Cala de Cala Pi is the nearest beach from Llucmajor town itself. However, the municipality also comprise the popular summer destination of s’Arenal that has more than a mile of fine grained sandy beachline waiting for you.
Llucmajor is known for its shoe manufacturing. Although not as recognized as Inca, the industry has played a large role in the economic wealth of the area throughout history.
There are markets three times a week in Llucmajor; Wednesdays, Fridays and Sundays. The Sunday market is the biggest and the most interesting to visit.
Llucmajor is very safe to visit.
Events in Llucmajor
Weekly market in Llucmajor
The weekly markets in Llucmajor are held on Wednesdays, Friday and Sunday, whereof the latter being more extensive than the other two. At the markets, you can indulge in a world of fresh fruits, vegetables, oils, meats, cheeses and flowers. Moreover, a great selection of crafts, equipment, clothes, home decor, leather goods etc. is available in the hundreds of stands put up in the heart of the town.
On Thurdays, there is a market in s’Arenal.
Annual events and happenings
July
Sant Cristòfol
In the beginning of July, the beach area of s’Arenal celebrates its patron saint of Sant Cristòfol (Saint Christopher) with a week of fun and cultural activities. One of the amusing celebrations during this week, is the blessing of vehicles. You’ve got a full program of events and activities for all ages, turning s’Arenal into one big community party.
Where: S’Arenal
When: The week surrounding July 10th
Summer celebrations
In July it is time to celebrate the summer, and what better way to have a party than inviting all the tourists visiting during the high season. Six of the beach destinations within the municipal border are together in arranging a series of fun events and activities.
Where: Cala Pi, Tolleric, Vallgornera, s’Estanyol, Maioris, Bellavista
When: Throughout July
Support Local
Supporting local communities during your travels can have a profound impact. Stock up with groceries locally, stop in an artisan shop or enjoy a refreshment at a restaurant or bar. Now more than ever, these small businesses need support from travelers near and far.
Get to know Llucmajor
A bit of history of Llucmajor
Llucmajor is a town and municipality located in the south-eastern region of Mallorca called Migjorn, which also comprise the municipalities of Campos, Ses Salines, Santanyí and Felanitx. The municipality is one of the larger of the island covering a surface of 32.704,78 ha, with 8.140,60 of those being protected. The population centers iclude Llucmajor town, Arenal, S´Torre, Sa Badia Gran, Badia Blava, Puig de Ros, Palmeres, Maioris Dècima, Son Verí Nou, Tolleric, Cala Pi, Estanyol de Migjorn, S´Bellavista and Cala Blava. The total population is 36.358 inhabitants as of 2018.
History of Llucmajor
In this section, you will learn about the key periods in the history of Llucmajor, who was here and what happened. REegarding the name of the municipality, it was created by the two words “lucus” and “maioris”, meaning “forrest” and “great/big” respectively.
Practical Info
Useful Numbers
Emergency: 112
National police: 091
Local police: 092
Guarda civil: 062
Fire: 080
Maritime emergencies: 900 202 202
Tourist Office: +34 971 660 050
Public Transport
Bus lines: 503
Power Supply
220V