Torralba d'en Salort, Archaeological site in Alaior, Spain.
Torralba d'en Salort is an archaeological complex in Alaior featuring two large defensive towers, an underground hall with supporting columns, and several prehistoric dwellings. A monumental ritual structure standing about 5 meters (16 feet) high dominates the site and demonstrates the early building skills of its inhabitants.
The site was occupied from at least 1300 BCE, as carbon dating of the western tower reveals. Inhabitants continued building and adapting their structures through the Bronze Age, Iron Age, and Roman periods that followed.
The site's name reflects a medieval landowner's legacy on the island, and visitors can observe how religious practices shaped daily life here. The open structures reveal evidence of fertility ceremonies that held deep meaning for the communities who gathered at this location.
The site is open for independent exploration with markers and signs guiding visitors through the main structures. Plan your visit for early morning or late afternoon when the sun is less intense and walking across the ruins is more comfortable.
The monumental ritual structure here faces east, an unusual orientation that sets it apart from all similar monuments on the island. This distinctive alignment offers a puzzling glimpse into how different religious practices may have developed across prehistoric Menorca.
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