Platja de Son Bou, Beach in Alaior, Spain.
Platja de Son Bou stretches along the southern coast of Menorca with white sand and shallow, clear waters across a long expanse. Behind the shore, pine forests and residential areas frame the beach while a significant wetland system lies in the background.
Remains of a rectangular paleo-Christian church from the fifth century sit near the eastern edge, close to the shore. This structure reflects early religious settlement along this coastline.
The beach marks the beginning of the Camí de Cavalls, an ancient path that circles the island and once connected settlements along the coast.
The beach has several beachside establishments offering food and drinks at various points along the shore. A parking area near the entrance provides convenient access for visitors arriving by car.
Behind the beach sits the largest wetland on Menorca's southern coast, creating a natural barrier between the shore and inland developments. This ecosystem shelters bird species and plant life that most visitors never notice.
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