Esporles, Mountain village in Serra de Tramuntana, Majorca, Spain.
Esporles is a village in the Serra de Tramuntana mountain range on Majorca with stone houses topped by red tile roofs lining narrow streets. A stream flows through the village center, creating shaded passages beneath mature trees.
The village began during Moorish times and expanded following the Catalan conquest of 1229, with its first parish church recorded in 1248. This early foundation shaped the settlement's layout, which still reflects influences from both periods.
The Fira Dolça festival arrives each October, bringing local bakers and confectioners who display traditional Mallorcan sweets and pastries on the village streets.
Bus services connect Esporles regularly to Palma de Mallorca, making it easy to reach from the island's center. Walking is the best way to explore the village, as its narrow streets are designed for pedestrians.
Near the village stands La Granja, a 17th-century mansion now operating as a museum showcasing agricultural traditions and practices. The estate's gardens are fed by natural springs, adding a distinctive feature to the area.
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