Sant Llorenç des Cardassar facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Sant Llorenç des Cardassar
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A view of the bay of s'Illot and Sa Coma
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Location within Mallorca
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| Country |  Spain |
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| Autonomous community |  Balearic Islands |
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| Province | Balearic Islands | |
| Comarca | Llevant | |
| Judicial district | Manacor | |
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| • Total | 82.08 km2 (31.69 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 89 m (292 ft) | |
| Population
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| • Total | 8,405 | |
| • Density | 102.400/km2 (265.22/sq mi) | |
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) | |
| Postal code |
07530
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Sant Llorenç des Cardassar is a lovely small town located on the beautiful island of Mallorca. Mallorca is one of the sunny Balearic Islands in Spain. It's a place where many people live and work, and it's also popular with tourists.
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History of Sant Llorenç des Cardassar
Sant Llorenç des Cardassar has an interesting past. For a long time, it was part of a bigger area called Manacor. But in 1892, it became its own separate municipality. This means it got its own local government.
What is the Punta de n'Amer Castle?
A cool old building in the area is the Punta de n'Amer Castle. It was built way back in the 1600s! Castles like this were often used to protect the coast from invaders.
When did the 2018 floods happen?
On October 9, 2018, Sant Llorenç des Cardassar experienced very heavy rain. This caused flash floods that sadly affected many people. The Spanish Army, Civil Guard, firefighters, and local police worked together to help everyone. They rescued people and looked for those who were missing. Many people also found shelter in safe places set up for them.
Geography of Sant Llorenç des Cardassar
Sant Llorenç des Cardassar is located on the eastern coast of Mallorca. It's about 34 miles (55 kilometers) east of Palma de Mallorca, which is the capital city of the island.
What towns are nearby?
The municipality of Sant Llorenç is next to other towns like Manacor, Petra, Artà, and Son Servera.
What are the main areas in Sant Llorenç?
The municipality includes the main town of Sant Llorenç itself. It also has a village called Son Carrió. Along the coast, you'll find popular beach areas like Sa Coma, part of s'Illot, and part of Cala Millor. These spots are very popular with visitors who come to enjoy the sun and sand.
What is Punta de n'Amer?
The Punta de n'Amer is a piece of land that sticks out into the sea. It's located at the eastern end of the municipality. This headland helps to separate the beaches of Cala Millor and Sa Coma.
Population of Sant Llorenç des Cardassar
The number of people living in Sant Llorenç des Cardassar has changed a lot over the years. Here's how the population has grown:
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Transportation in Sant Llorenç
How do people travel by road?
The main road that goes through the area is called the Ma-15. This road comes from Palma and goes around the southern and eastern parts of Sant Llorenç. It then continues north towards Artà.
Other important roads include the Ma-4030, which connects Sant Llorenç with Son Servera. The Ma-4023 road runs roughly north to south, connecting Son Servera with Porto Cristo. It's about 1 mile (1.6 kilometers) inland from the beaches.
Media and TV Shows
Did you know that the TV show Love Island is filmed near Sant Llorenç? The ITV2 series uses locations on the outskirts of the town for its filming.
Notable People from Sant Llorenç
Who is Margarita Fullana?
One famous person from Sant Llorenç des Cardassar is Margarita Fullana. She is a talented mountain biker. Margarita even won a bronze medal at the 2000 Summer Olympics in Sydney!
Images for kids
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A view of the bay of s'Illot and Sa Coma
See also
In Spanish: San Lorenzo del Cardezar para niños
