Calvia: Journeying through Relaxed Bays, Captivating Landscape and Alive Holiday Resorts
The geographical location of Calvia, Spain is located in the hilltop of the Tramuntana Mountain on the southwest of Mallorca which is easily accessible to major island resorts. Going back to 2000 BCE, Calvia’s history has primarily included agriculture until mid of 19th century when the origin of contemporary sightseeing started to grow which attracted travellers to enjoy bays, captivating landscape and resorts along with antique architecture.
Best Time to Visit
Calvia undergoes Mediterranean climate all year round. Three prevailing seasons can be seen, summer is from June to September, Winter is from November to March and Rainy season is all year round. Calvia celebrates ancient traditions and in the recent years included fresh customs. Three Kings is celebrated on January with colorful parade, decorated floats and Christmas characters. Another is Sant Antoni and Sant Sebastia Festivities wherein the largest bonfire will be lighted, Rei en Jaume Festivities to celebrate the Islamic Kingdom of Majorca and others.
What to Do & Area Attractions
The city of Calvia is a tourist attraction in its own right. The Cala Portals Vells Beach is a beautiful bay at the southwest tip of Palma Bay. The beach offers golden sand, stony reefs and sparkling turquoise water. One of the famous stalactite caves is Coves de Genova that has fresh water and ideal for a walking tour. For those who love hiking and biking, the Tramuntana Mountains offers accessible trails that are less rocky and a cycling track in Calvia with easy paths. Calvia is also a place for old country homes and fincas. The 4-star Finca Hotel Can Estades and the Fergus Style Cala Blanca Suites offer modern amenities and wonderful setting.