In addition to its underwater attractions, Alcúdia boasts a rich historical and cultural heritage that adds to its allure. The town's old quarter is a testament to its past, with well-preserved medieval walls and charming narrow streets that invite exploration. Visitors can wander through the bustling market, where local artisans display their crafts, or relax in one of the many cafes that line the cobbled streets.
For those interested in history, the Roman ruins of Pollentia, located just outside the town, offer a glimpse into the ancient past. This archaeological site features remnants of a Roman theater, forum, and residential areas, providing a fascinating insight into the lives of the island's early inhabitants.
Alcúdia's natural beauty extends beyond its underwater landscapes. The surrounding countryside is dotted with hiking trails that lead to breathtaking viewpoints, offering panoramic vistas of the coastline and the Tramuntana mountain range. Whether you're diving beneath the waves or exploring the land, Alcúdia promises an unforgettable experience.
While the north of the Mallorca offers plenty of dive sites for advanced and intermediate divers, beginners won’t be disappointed either. The shore entry dive site Alcanda is used for the training dives of dive courses while Erotica is a cave dive that can be enjoyed by beginners. The shallow dive features the chance to swim through an old well shaft. Experienced divers can venture through the narrow passages and caves of the S Cave or head to the current-swept site of Es Colomer. The site features a giant rock column surrounded by pelagics and lobsters.
As part of the Balearic Islands belonging to Spain, the water of the Balearic Sea is 25℃ at the peak of summer while in February it drops to around 14℃. Scuba diving in Alcúdia is best during the period from May to October, while the water temperature is at its most comfortable, but if you don’t mind the cold, there is some great diving to be had throughout the year. The winter period sees the most rain.
While exploring the caves found in the bays of Alcúdia and Pollenca, scorpionfish can be seen with keen eyes camouflaging themselves among the rock while moray eels expose only their faces as they hide in the rocks many cracks and crevasses. At wall dive sites and those swept with current, large schools of barracuda and tuna can be observed while octopus, nudibranch, and sea urchins cling to the rocks. Cuttlefish are regularly seen flashing their intricate patterning as well as an array of mullet, rainbow wrasse, blennies and rabbitfish.
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Total number of species approx.: 300
The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.
Total number of species approx.: 200
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Total number of species approx.: 27
The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.
Total number of species approx.: 250
The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.
Total number of species approx.: 3000
The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.
Total number of species approx.: 250
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Total number of species approx.: 80
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Total number of species approx.: 120
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Total number of species approx.: 7000
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Total number of species approx.: 350
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