12의 파크 내츄럴 드 사 드래고네라가지 명소 & 주요 장소

great view of the pirate tower

The island got its name Sa Dragonera from its shape, which is reminiscent of a dragon resting in the sea. And that's not far-fetched, as the island's origins are told as follows: Like all lizards, dragons prefer warmer climes for laying their eggs and found Mallorca an ideal place for this. A particularly brave dragon stayed behind to guard the eggs, from which young dragons later hatched. This dragon eventually turned to stone and now forms the island's silhouette. Piracy played a major role on Mallorca throughout history. Initially active, later defensive. Sa Dragonera repeatedly served as a hideout for privateers. This led to stories of hidden treasures that are said to still be hidden on the island. Another special feature is the lizard that lives here, which is only found in this form on Dragonera. It is said to have once existed on the main island as well, but was wiped out by introduced animals such as cats and snakes. They differ not only genetically, but also in their food choices and behavior. Since they have no natural enemies here, they lack the instinct to flee and are not afraid of humans. Nevertheless, they should not be fed, as human food is not suitable for animals and can cause disease.

Until 1850, there was a watchtower on the highest point of the island, the Talaia de na Guinavera. This was completely demolished to make way for a lighthouse, which was completed in 1852. This is surprising, since at the time of the watchtower, people apparently didn't realize that it was often shrouded in thick fog. Who was on watch? Gradually, the realization dawned that a lighthouse in the fog wasn't helpful, and in 1910, two new towers were built at Cap de Tramuntana and Cap de Llebeig. That's why the path here is also called Camí del Far Vell, Path of the Old Lighthouse.

Sa Dragonara. Here you have a spectacular view of the open sea and the surrounding cliffs. Take your time to enjoy the view and take a few photos. Continue to the tower of Cala en Basset: Continue your hike westwards. The path becomes a little steeper, but the effort is worth it. After another 30 minutes you will reach the historic tower of Cala en Basset. The tower was built in the 16th century and once served as a watchtower against pirate attacks. Sturdy shoes are required along the entire route and some passages are a little tighter and lead through narrow passages.

Mallorca's sister island is a MUST. The dominant eye-catcher of the Dragon Island, which has been protected as a nature reserve since 1995, is the jagged horn of Na Pópia. There is no motorized traffic here, but countless lizards scurry across the path. The stars of the skies here are the Eleonora's falcons.

Lighthouse at Cap de Tramuntana. If you take a break here, you won't be alone for long. The lizards eye you curiously and can hardly wait to get a bite. Cute!

To the west, Dragon Island drops abruptly into the sea.

The kayak tour was really great. I can only recommend it