Es Migjorn Gran facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Es Migjorn Gran
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Es Migjorn Gran parish church
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Location within Menorca
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 Es Migjorn Gran
Location in Minorca
Es Migjorn Gran
Location in Balearic Islands
Es Migjorn Gran
Location in Spain
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| Country |  Spain |
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| Autonomous community |  Balearic Islands |
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| Province | Balearic Islands | |
| Population
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| • Total | 1,370 | |
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) | |
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Es Migjorn Gran is a small town and municipality located on the southern side of Menorca. Menorca is one of the beautiful Balearic Islands in Spain. It's known for being one of the newest and smallest towns on the island.
This charming town is surrounded by small hills covered in pine trees. Along the coast, you'll find a mix of quiet beaches and small tourist spots. The main resort area is called Santo Tomas. There are also many hidden coves, called 'calas', with sandy beaches. These coves are often surrounded by cliffs and pine trees. Many of them can only be reached by walking or by boat, which means they are usually very peaceful and not crowded.
Es Migjorn Gran shares its borders with other towns like Ciutadella, Ferreries, Es Mercadal, and Alaior. Close by are popular places like Son Bou and Cala Galdana. Cala Galdana is especially famous for its stunning views and is one of the most photographed bays in Europe! A very old Spanish citizen, Joan Riudavets, once lived in Es Migjorn Gran.
A Look Back in Time
Es Migjorn Gran started as a simple farming village in the 1700s. Back then, it was part of a larger area called Es Mercadal. But in 1989, Es Migjorn Gran became its own independent town. This made it one of the newest and smallest municipalities on the Balearic Islands.
For a long time, Es Migjorn has been a quiet village with narrow streets. The most important building in the town is the small church of San Cristobal. It stands right in the center of the village.
Ancient Discoveries
Just like other parts of Menorca, the area around Es Migjorn Gran has many amazing prehistoric sites. These include old settlements called talaiots. These are ancient stone structures built by early people. You can also find caves in the hillsides that were used long ago. These sites give us clues about how people lived thousands of years ago.
Exploring the Area
Es Migjorn Gran is located in the central southern part of Menorca. It's one of the main towns that isn't directly on the island's main road, which connects Maó and Ciutadella. This means it feels a bit more tucked away and peaceful.
People and Population
Not many people live in Es Migjorn Gran. It has one main town and one larger resort area. This low population helps keep the area calm and natural.
See also
In Spanish: Es Migjorn Gran para niños
