Sa Península de Llevant Natural Park, Protected natural park in Artà, Spain
Sa Península de Llevant is a protected natural park on northeastern Mallorca, combining coastal cliffs, sandy beaches, and vegetated hills. The terrain features pine forests, heathland, and open landscapes that descend toward the Mediterranean, creating varied habitats throughout the area.
The area became a protected park in 2001 to safeguard the diverse natural ecosystems of northeastern Mallorca. Before protection, this peninsula had been used for agriculture and settlement by local communities for centuries.
The park contains remnants of old farmsteads and stone structures that show how rural communities once worked the land here. Walking through, you can observe these traces of traditional ways of life scattered across the terrain.
The park is accessible via marked hiking trails of varying difficulty starting from a parking area outside Artà. Wear sturdy shoes and bring water, especially for longer walks or warmer days when shade is limited.
The area serves as a critical refuge for rare birds of prey including Eleonora's falcons, which hunt across the cliffs and open spaces. Mediterranean tortoises also inhabit the coastal zones and beaches, making it an important breeding ground.
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