Pont d'en Gil, Natural arch on the northwestern coast of Ciutadella, Spain
Pont d'en Gil is a natural limestone arch on the northwestern coast of Ciutadella that forms a striking gateway through the rocky shore. The formation creates an opening in the coastal cliffs where water flows through during high tides.
Wave action and water seeping through cracks in the limestone have slowly carved this arch over thousands of years. The process continues today as the sea continues to shape the rock formation along the coast.
The arch serves as a navigational landmark that local sailors recognize and use when traveling along the western coast. This natural formation has become part of the daily rhythm of those who work and live by the sea.
The site is accessible via the Camí de Cavalls, a coastal walking path that connects several coves and viewpoints in the area. Visiting early in the day or during quieter seasons provides better conditions for viewing and photography.
A submerged cave beneath the arch extends far underwater and can only be explored by experienced divers with proper equipment. This hidden feature reveals how erosion has sculpted the rock formation far below the surface.
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