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Palma Sights - Palma de Mallorca
There is plenty to see on La Palma, for the
island is not only a scaled-down continent, into which the
most varied natural landscapes have been tightly packed together,
but it also has a considerable amount to offer in matters
of culture, history and local history.
Santa Cruz de la palma once possessed the third most important
harbour in the Spanish Empire. The close commercial ties with
Flanders and South America, export farming and the close relationship
with Cuba and Venezuela led to a colourful mixing of nationalities
and the interweaving of the most varied lifestyles and economic
systems. A faithful reproduction of this evenful history is
reflected, last but not least, in the local handicrafts.
Apart from that a mere 500years ago La Palma was still inhabited
by the Benahoaritas a pastoral people from North Africa who
are only remembered these days thanks to their rock inscriptions,
cave dwellings burial sites and earthenware pots.
Below is a summary of the most important sights, divided
into natural areas, museums, parks, thematic routes, churches,
craft centres and workshops and markets.
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