The Spanish resort of Cala Mayor (Cala Mayor) is closest to the capital of the island - Palme. Because of the similarity of sound and writing, the Cala Mayor is often confused with Cala Millor, located on the east coast of Majorca.

In Cala Mayor is the permanent summer residence of the family of King Juan Carlos I of Spain, the Marivent Palace.

According to legend, the Cala Mayor is the residence of representatives of the Russian mafia, but in practice simple German and British tourists come here. At one time the Cala Mayor was inhabited by Greeks, Romans, Byzantines and Arabs, and today this resort with fashionable quarters has become a permanent summer residence for the family of King Juan Carlos I.

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How to get to Cala Mayor

Cala Mayor is 7 km away south-west of the center of Palma and 15 km from the airport of Mallorca Son Sant Joan. Transfer from the airport will take about 15 minutes, a taxi ride will cost about EUR 20.

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Beach

City beach Cala- The major is located in a mountainous area. Snow-white wide beaches alternate here with small rocky coves. From the shore of the Cala Mayor, a wonderful view of the three small cliffs emerging from the sea - Sa-Torre, Sa-Caleta and Des-Pas - all three gave the name to the neighboring resort Illetas (from the Illetas cathedral - "islands").

Map Cala Mayor
On the weekend the beach can be crowded with local people, although, in general, the resort can be called calm and cozy. There is a possibility to rent beds, parasols, pedal boats and windsurf or yachting. By the way, most hotels have personal equipped terraces with access to the beach.

Hotels of Cala Mayor

There are not many hotels in Cala Mayor, but almost all of them are near the beach.

Shopping and shopping

There are many shops in Cala Mayor. Most of them work from 10am until late in the evening with a break for a siesta from 13 to 17 hours. With staff, you can communicate in English, and with some sellers in Russian.

As a rule, they buy jewelry from island pearls, ceramics and glassware, the famous liqueurs Mallorca Palo and Herbas. The national Spanish "kava" (light sparkling wine with a tender and mild flavor) will cost about 5 EUR

Souvenir shops sell nice little things with the symbols of the island. In the district there are always fair-sales where you can find ethnic and not only interesting trinkets, clothes and leather shoes with a unique finish. Nevertheless, for more substantial shopping it is worth to go to Palma.

Siurel is a traditional national souvenir. This whistle, clad in clay and painted with bright colors, can be found in any souvenir shop.
Views of Cala Mayor

Entertainment, excursions and attractions of Cala Mayor

Although you can find bars and restaurants in Cala Mayor, it is better to go to Palma or the nearest shopping center of Porto Pi for an active day and evening entertainment program.

When hotels and guest houses are usually offered a whole menu of excursions to the surrounding area and the island as a whole. If you sign up for several trips at once, then you will receive a guaranteed discount.

3 things to do in Cala Mayor
  1. To acquire at the fair unnecessary, but nice trinkets in the ethnic style.
  2. Soak up the spacious beaches with a fine white sand.
  3. Go for a day to Palma de Mallorca and see all its attractions.

In Cala Mayor is the main pride of all residents of Mallorca - the palace of Marivent - the summer residence of the King of Spain Juan Carlos I. Visits of the royal family fall on the month of August. At the same time, there are official receptions of Juan Carlos I at Almudine Castle.

In this tourist corner works the Fund of Juan Miro (Foundacio Pilar I Juan Miro) and operates the National sailing school, under the aegis of which yachting competitions are held (for example, "King's Cup" - regatta in August). On the open wide hilly area of ​​Cala Mayor is the old golf club Son Vida.

Cala Mayor

As this coastal area is considered a fashionable resort, you can find villas and mansions with a unique architecture. The road from Cala Major passes smoothly to Palma with its monuments, cathedrals and other attractions within walking distance.