Banyalbufar facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
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 Banyalbufar
Location in Majorca
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Location in Balearic Islands
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Location in Spain
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| Country |  Spain |
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| Autonomous Community | Balearic Islands | |
| Province | Balearic Islands | |
| Island | Majorca | |
| Comarca | Serra de Tramuntana | |
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| • Total | 7.1 sq mi (18.5 km2) | |
| Elevation | 300 ft (100 m) | |
| Population
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| • Total | 503 | |
| • Density | 70.42/sq mi (27.19/km2) | |
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) | |
| Website | www.ajbanyalbufar.net | |
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Banyalbufar is a small town and municipality located on the beautiful island of Majorca. This island is part of the Balearic Islands in Spain. The town of Banyalbufar is the main center of the municipality. It shares borders with other towns like Estellencs, Puigpunyent, Esporles, and Valldemossa.
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Exploring Banyalbufar's Geography
The area of Banyalbufar is about 18.1 square kilometers. It sits right next to the Serra de Tramuntana mountains. You can find it along the C-710 road, which connects Andratx to Valldemossa.
The municipality has four smaller mountains. The tallest is Mola de Planícia at 942 meters high. The lowest is Sa Talaia, which is 309 meters high. It can rain here all year round, but October usually gets the most rain.
A Look at Banyalbufar's History
The Name's Origin
The name Banyalbufar comes from two old Arabic words. Banya means "constructed" or "founded". Bahar means "sea". So, the name Banyalbufar means "founded by the sea". This name came from a Moorish settlement that was built on the island in the 10th century.
Early Rulers and Agriculture
After the Catalans took over Majorca in 1229, Banyalbufar was controlled by Gilabert de Cruïlles and Ramon sa Clusa. For a long time, until the 15th century, the area was ruled by the Barony of Banyalbufar. The baron had a lot of power over everyone living there.
The people of Banyalbufar mostly focused on farming. Fishing was a smaller activity. They grew many crops like wheat, barley, olives, and flax. But the most important crop was wine, especially from the local Malvasier grape. This wine was so good that the King of Aragon loved it! In the past, Banyalbufar was almost entirely covered in vineyards.
Smart Farming Methods
Today, farmers mostly grow tomatoes and other fruits. Getting water to the fields has always been important for farming. The ancient Moors were very clever at this. They built aqueducts, which are like water bridges, to bring water from the mountains to the farms for free. They also built dry stone walls to slow down water flow and created many basins to collect extra water. These smart systems are still used today!
People of Banyalbufar
In 2005, Banyalbufar had 568 people living there. This means about 31 people lived in each square kilometer. Most people in 1991 were from Majorca (85.7%). A smaller number came from other parts of Spain (8.3%) or other countries (about 6%).
The highest number of people living in Banyalbufar was in 1920, with 894 inhabitants. The population dropped a lot in the next ten years. In 1930, there were only 200 people.
Most people in Banyalbufar have a basic education.
Things to See and Do in Banyalbufar
Cool Places to Visit
To protect themselves from pirates long ago, the people built a watchtower. This tower, called the Torre de ses Animes, looks out over the sea. Today, it's a very popular spot to visit in Majorca. There's a small beach nearby that you can reach by a steep staircase.
In the center of the village, you'll find an old manor house called La Baronía. It's now a hotel where visitors can stay.
Fun Walking Trails
One of the nicest walks on the island is the path to Port des Canonge in Banyalbufar. This peaceful route goes downhill through shady pine forests. Along the way, you'll see cool rock shapes and amazing views of the coast. The quiet bay of Port des Canonge has tiny gravel beaches. It gets busy only on weekends when local fishermen launch their boats.
Beautiful Beaches
Banyalbufar has several lovely beaches and swimming coves. These include Cala Banyalbufa, Es Corral Fals, Son Bunyola, and Es Port des Canonge. They are perfect for swimming and enjoying the sun.
Places to Stay
If you want to visit, Banyalbufar has several places to stay. There are three hotels: Sa Baronia, Sa Coma, and Mar i Vent. There's also a cozy rural guesthouse called Ca'n Busquets.
Images for kids
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A view of Banyalbufar from above.
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The coat of arms for Banyalbufar.
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Map showing Banyalbufar's location on Majorca.
See also
In Spanish: Bañalbufar para niños
