The Island Of Ibiza, Much More Than An Island Of Parties

Ibiza belongs to the Balearic archipelago and is internationally known for its famous nightclubs and for being the ideal place for a wild party vacation. Even with everything, the island of Ibiza oozes beauty in every corner and many value it for it rather than for its atmosphere. Do you want to know this beautiful island that seems taken from paradise?

How is the island of Ibiza

It is an island bathed by the Mediterranean with an area of ​​572 kilometers and just over 140,000 inhabitants. Ibiza, together with Menorca and Mallorca, make up the Balearic Islands, renowned for the beauty of their waters and their natural wealth.

Weighing in on that image, you can get an idea of ​​what the island of Ibiza can offer you.  In it you will find beautiful beaches with golden sand, wonderful sunrises, idyllic sunsets, endless pine forests and heart-stopping cliffs. Do you understand now why we say that Ibiza is more than a party island?

What to see and do in Ibiza

If the beauty of the island has already captivated you and you plan to visit it on your next vacation, you should take good note of the essential things to see and do in Ibiza.

1. See the island of Es Vedrá

It is an islet surrounded by myths and legends. It has a curious pyramidal shape and can be seen from many parts of Ibiza, although unfortunately it is forbidden to visit it. It is a natural space protected by its high ecological value and can only be visited with a special permit.

You may not be able to step on it, but it is possible to admire all its beauty from one of the viewpoints that have been created for it. The best, although we already warned you that it is the most difficult to access, is from the Es Savinar tower. Even despite the effort to reach the top of the tower, the view will be worth it.

2. Old town of Ibiza

Every city that is third has an old town that exudes its essence. The one of the capital of the island  is Dalt Vila and it was declared a World Heritage Site in 1999. A walled enclosure of narrow, cobbled and steep streets that invite you to lose yourself to travel to another era and learn more about the history of the island.

Passing through the Portal Nou entrance will take you on a comfortable walk in which you will discover traditional Gothic houses and the bastions of the fortress. And at some point your steps will take you to places of such interest as the cathedral. In short, the old part of the city is full of charming corners that will captivate you.

3. Carthaginian necropolis in Ibiza

The island of Ibiza was colonized by the Carthaginians in the 7th century BC. Various necropolises have been found, although the most prominent is Puig des Molins. This cemetery has 3,000 rock-cut tombs, all in an incredible state of preservation.

Next to the necropolis you can visit an interesting museum that exhibits interesting pieces found in the excavations and that allow you to better know the Pitiuso funerary art. 

4. It’s Broll

As we said before, nature is one of the main characteristics, not only of Ibiza, but of the rest of the Balearic Islands. Es Broll is a lush green valley that stretches for 4.5 kilometers.

In it you can see canals and pools that the Arabs built artificially. To this day they are still used by farmers who live in the area, so it will be easy for you to see them in operation if you are going to do a hiking route around the place.

5. Cala Salada

Despite being surrounded by beaches, some stand out over others. One of them is Cala Salada, which is surrounded by a green undeveloped environment. This is the reason why many want to know it, because its appearance is totally virgin and its waters are crystal clear.

However, it is usually very frequented by tourists and locals. If you want to avoid crowds, you can go to the neighboring Cala Saladeta, which offers the same attractions but without so many people.

As you can see, despite the fame of Ibiza, this island has a lot to contribute and to offer travelers. Would you like to discover it? Well, take good note and choose it as a destination on your next vacation.