Public Works Ministry have seen significant 14.5 percent increase in sales in the Balearic region of Spain. The figures of 2010 was definitely positive than 2009.

The previous three years was disastrous for the real estate in Spain. Only 5.9 percent year-to-year increase in sales was identified by the property experts. The value of sold homes in Balearic region surprised many people constantly dealing with property.

Government records show that about 491,000 homes were sold in 2010. The Balearic Islands named Ibiza, Menorca, Majorca and Formentera had 10,860 properties sold during this demand period.

The sales and marketing director of “Taylor Wimpey de Espana”, Ignacio Osle commented that the Majorca region in Balearic Islands showed wide yearning for homes. Majorca is the largest beach and has plenty of sporting activities. It has lovely sandy beaches, coves, architectural beauty and traditional culture. Lots of entertainment options are in store in this island.

Real estate in Spain mainly in Majorca region has always attracted British buyers. They have large interest in this part of Spanish beauty.

Foreigners are very inclined towards buying a holiday homes in Majorca region. The rates start from 143,900 Euros which is equivalent to 124,500 GBP. Mediterranean beaches always call people living in cold countries.

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According to Menorca tour guide it is the second island of the Balearic archipelago, located in its north-eastern part. The island was declared a UNESCO biosphere reserve. Besides its proximity to Mallorca, it has several unique features.

The island was inhabited 3500 years ago. Alot of monuments of ancient times has been kept there. The most strange and wonderful island buildings are “Taula and talayots” about the mission of which is still under discussion. “Talayots” correspond a stone tower 10 meters in height and 15 – 20 meters in diameter. Taula ” is a T-shaped constructions 4 meters in height.

Not far from the Cala en Porter resort the unique complex of natural caves is located. They are situated on the top of the rock slopes that have a good view. In the afternoon the caves are popular tourist excursion centers while at night they turn into the clubs illuminating with laser beams. Menorca tour guide is rather huge. The explanation is 129 beaches located at the island. The most splendid is Cala Santa Galdan (Cala Santa Galdana) bay.

Menorca main town is Mahon. It is situated on the bank of 5-kilometer long harbor, the port of which is considered to be the greatest in the world. While visiting the city one can’t but watch San Francisco Church with its adjacent monastery and the Santa Maria cathedral with a Baroque organ, where organ music festivals are held annually, a military museum and scientific and literary museum. The main cultural event in Maon is the international week of the opera.