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The brightest stars of Los Baleares are Majorca, Ibiza and peaceful Minorca. Situated between France and Africa, the archipelago's islands each have distinct characters. Majorca is the most developed and offers a mass of hotels, fast food joints and crowded beaches. Ibiza is loved by a hard partying set, including many gay visitors. It is also increasingly popular with upscale travelers, drawn by the chameleon island's reputation as "the new Provence." Pick an island and stake a claim on its sand.
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1. Vintage Icons & Echoes
2. P|ART IBIZA
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5.0 based on 2 reviews
P|ART IBIZA is a new shop and art gallery which goes beyond a concept store. Open all year round. With new exhibitions and showcasing concepts for art lovers.
3. Pilar and Joan Miro Foundation in Mallorca
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4.5 based on 715 reviews
Reviewed By Davothegeographer
Fascinating gallery of Miro art, plus his workshops set out as they were in the 1980s. Attractive grounds with Miro sculptures and friendly cafe. Easy to reach on number 46 bus from central Palma, takes about 30 minutes.
4. Asociacio Cultural Sa Taronja
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4.5 based on 8 reviews
Sa Taronja is a multi-cultural centre with two galleries, a theatre, a dance hall, 12 artists studios, sound studio, gardens, a multipurpose events room, bar and restaurant. Situated on the edge of the village of Andratx in spacious grounds, it is an alternative centre for the arts well known for its innovative programming and as a location for private and public events.
5. Mercado de Santa Catalina
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4.5 based on 296 reviews
Santa Catalina municipal city Market Fish, seafood, frozen food, meat, gastronomic delicacies, charcuterie, cheeses, fruit, vegetables, flowers & plants, spices, preserves and condiments, olives, wine, bars, bakery and confectionery, other.
Reviewed By 114ruthw - London, United Kingdom
We never get bored of visiting this market! A typically Spanish with a selection of very fresh fish, meat, fruit and vegetable, and cheese stalls with the addition of some lovely places to eat pinchos, cheese, ham and enjoy some local wine. Sagla sells gorgeous artisan cheese and you can have cheese and ham plates and a glass of wine. Very helpful and knowledgeable young lady there when we visited, who talked us through the origin of many of the cheeses. Lovely atmosphere there too.
6. CCA Andratx
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4.5 based on 79 reviews
CCA Andratx is dedicated to the creation and exhibition of Contemporary Art. It offers a unique cultural experience, and the Studio Program is open to national and international artists. The CCA Andratx was founded in 2001 by Jacob and Patricia Asbaek. The 4.000 M2 building has a minimal but traditional style that is perfectly integrated in the breathtaking natural scenery of its surroundings. CCA is one of the largest centres of Contemporary Art in the Balearic Islands as well as in the rest of Europe.
Reviewed By jtrav2016 - Bradford, United Kingdom
We were not sure what sort of a gallery this would be, but we were willing to give it a try. We took the bus from Palma to Andratx. (Get off at the first stop in Andratx, turn right up the hill past the Ajuntamento and at the roundabout take the second right following the pink CCA sign- then a pleasant walk for about half a mile through the Mallorcan countryside and you see the gallery set against the hillside on the right.) The gallery is much bigger than it seems from the outside. It was conceived by two Danes and features (at least when we were there) Scandinavian and German artists. The building features a central courtyard containing fountains and with pillared cloisters around it, opening out from which are the gallery spaces on the four sides of the courtyard. The galleries are white walled open spaces with polished concrete floors and excellent lighting. The curators had made full use of the space to display the art works without crowding or clutter. The CCA also features studio spaces and four of the artists showing at the time of our visit had completed residencies at The CCA earlier in the year. Two very helpful and enthusiastic young ladies manned the reception desk and gave us advice and information in excellent English (as you would expect of a Scandinavian establishment). We spent about an hour and a half looking round the artworks and then moved on to the cafe on far side of the gallery which opened out onto another enclosed court. This is a really worthwhile enterprise and we can recommend it to any art lovers visiting Mallorca. We finished the day with a trip down from Andratx to the Port and then back by bus to Palma.
7. Mercat de l'Olivar
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4.5 based on 879 reviews
Reviewed By sharonhC888WR - Chester-le-Street, United Kingdom
We were having a wander around palma and stumbled upon this market. Fantastic, great little bars offering delicious tapas surrounded by stalls selling fresh produce. The place had a brilliant buzz to it. Do something different, visit a market
8. Studio Weil
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4.5 based on 6 reviews
Reviewed By avlalillgard - Stockholm, Sweden
The visit to Barbara Weils museum turned out to be a great experience. We were guided by her son Jimmy. He shared with us both his personal memories of his mother and her development as an artist. We were fashinated not only by her artistic skills but also the result of her cooperation with her friend, the architect Lieberkind - an extraordinary museum building on a beautiful spot on Mallorca.
9. Nova Placa d'Artesania Sineu
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4.5 based on 15 reviews
The “Nova Placa d'Artesania Sineu” is a Mallorcan art and crafts site. In the Es Mercadal Square you will find authentic craftsmen, who transform raw materials and give them life in a unique and special way. You will find glass, wood, iron, paper, wool, stone, leather, aromas, herbs and beautiful designs. Come and meet the artisans and take home with you a unique piece, handmade in Mallorca.
Reviewed By Milacnavira - Alaró, Spain
I visited the Market last Wendsday, there was music and fantastics artisans. I found many uniques items. Products made with iron, glass, wood, wool, paper, herbs... Recicled lamps, soaps and mallorcan wool craft. I bought wool sleepers and a silver ring. If you want to find real artisan products you must visit the Market
10. Arta Market
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4.5 based on 64 reviews
Reviewed By Mallorcagirl21 - Alcudia, Spain
Great little market - for quality momentos. It’s also worth making time to walk up to the church on the top of the hill behind the town. Amazing views ????????
