Capdepera, Spain

Capdepera in Majorca, Spain
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Author: Frank Vincentz


Capdepera is a small municipality on the island of Majorca in the Balearic Islands, Spain. Located on the eastern coast of Majorca, just 8 km from Artá, it covers 54.92 sq km (21.20 sq mi) and has a population of 12,000 people (2012 estimate).

The history of Capdepera goes back to the 14th century. Due to regular pirate attacks on the town, King James II of Aragón ordered the construction of walls to protect the town. Remnants of the medieval walls exist to this day.

Castell de Capdepera
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Author: Frank Vincentz

Visiting Capdepera

From Palma, take the Carratera de Palma a Manacor highway across Majorca to reach Capdepera.

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