Nit de Animes 2022
Hundreds of people to enjoy the Dimonis, the `ballada' and various activities in the Parc de sa Riera for the Nit de Animes.
A British martyr and a load of doughnuts in Mallorca
Every year on the 21st of October the Day of the Virgins is celebrated, which coincides with the feast of the martyr Saint Ursula. Doughnuts (buñuelos), carnations and serenades are the stars of this Mallorcan tradition.
Mallorca events: What's On from Monday, August 7 to Thursday, August 10
Mallorca's summer fiestas continue all week long. Check to find out what is happening near you!
The Battle of Pollensa: Fierce conflict between Moors and Christians in Pollensa
The Battle of Pollensa: Fierce conflict between Moors and Christians in Pollensa, leaving a lasting impact on the region's history.
“Long live Pollensa, beautiful land”
The Moors and Christians of Pollensa, a combination of fact and questionable fact from the sixteenth century.
Pollensa's demons Ca de Bou
Pollensa's demons Ca de Bou.
Mallorca events: What's On from Monday, July 17 to Thursday, July 20
This week the fiestas of Sant Jaume, Santa Praxedis and Santa Margalida are in full swing across the island.
Santa Pràxedis fiestas in Petra
Santa Pràxedis fiestas in Petra.
As one fiesta ends the next begins in Mallorca
The Fiesta is a celebration of all that, and a wonderful example to the other ‘barrios’ of Soller.
The traditional Mallorcan "tumbet"
The traditional Mallorcan "tumbet".
The village is filled with colour and tradition with the dances of Sant Joan Pelos
The village is filled with colour and tradition with the dances of Sant Joan Pelos.
The Mallorcan weirdness of John the Baptist
In the evening of the 24th, though, there is an acknowledgement of the Baptist.
Find out what you can do in Mallorca on the eve of Sant Joan
On the eve of the fiesta, bonfires and rituals keep the traditions of the holiday alive.
Mallorca carnival ends with the burial of the sardine
Celebrations in Pòrtol, Inca, Felantix, Manacor, Lloseta and Llucmajor.
Behind the mask: The imagination of Carnival
The parades are a vibrant explosion of colour and fun for all the family.
Sant Antoni fiestas
The bonfires were lit to drive away the demons.
Picnics on the beach in Puerto Soller are part of the Sant Joan traditions
Picnics on the beach in Puerto Soller are part of the Sant Joan traditions.
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Comment
Traditions industry: Mallorcan food is cultural heritage
“Gastronomy is much more than food. It reflects the culture, heritage, traditions and sense of community of different peoples ... Gastronomy tourism is emerging as an important protector of cultural heritage.”
Andrew Ede30/06/2023 11:33