Ses Salines, Salt production municipality in southern Ibiza, Spain
Las Salinas is a municipality in southern Ibiza that spans across flat terrain with extensive salt ponds and wetland areas. The landscape consists of shallow water basins, channels, and open expanses shaped by centuries of salt production activity.
Salt extraction here dates back to Roman times and became crucial to Ibiza's early economy and development. This activity remained central to the island's prosperity and trade for many centuries.
Salt harvesting shapes how this place looks and functions, with workers following methods passed down through generations. You can watch as they collect and process sea salt using techniques that have remained largely unchanged over time.
You can reach this area by regular bus services from Ibiza Town, with parking available near the salt production areas. The early morning or late afternoon offers the best lighting and fewer crowds for walking around the salt ponds.
Migratory flamingos gather in large numbers at the salt ponds during specific seasons, creating striking pink patterns across the white crystalline landscape. These birds rely on the salty waters to feed, making this a crucial stopover point for their journey.
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