The Port Duanes de la Mar, born as a fishing community,
has been transformed over the years into one of the main
tourist centres of the town, with a vigorous service sector
surrounding the marina. The architectural mix, a combination
of the ancient quarters of narrow streets and simple whitewashed
fisherman’s houses with their cane awnings has become
today one of the favourite leisure places of the local area.
From the heart of the fishing quarter rises, majestically,
the avant – garde structure of the church of Our lady
of Loreto.
What is surprising is its height, compact image and the
architectural risk of the slender struts which support its
boat-like roof. It is best appreciated in all its magnificent
dimensions from the plain interior, whose zenithal light
perfectly evokes an atmosphere of reflection and spirituality.
A stroll through the port can be a true delight if taken
at the time of the fish market, which coincides with the
late afternoon arrival of the fishing boats, accompanied
by the ever boisterous seagulls. In the shelter of the Cape
of Sant Antoni, one perceives a special quality of light
and dusky evenings which invite you to savour this maritime
landscape next to the beach.
