The Sanctuary of Sant Salvador is a 14th-century monastery offering incredible views of the coast and surrounding sea from atop Puig de Salvador, which rises 509 meters above sea level.
The monastery is popular for visits for a number of reasons. Hikers and cyclists enjoy making the trip to the summit, while families and history buffs can drive up to see the views and learn about the local history. Church service is also available, so there’s something for everyone. If you want to tour the grounds and see special events like the music and light show at the church, plan to spend several hours.
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What are the highlights of the Sanctuary of Sant Salvador in Mallorca?
The Sanctuary of Sant Salvador in Mallorca was constructed at the time of the Black Death. During this period, the public believed high altitudes prevented the disease from spreading. The monastery was restored in the 18th century and holds many treasures, including a Gothic altarpiece and remarkable religious paintings.
Other highlights of the grounds include a small chapel near the road and a shrine to La Mare de Dèu. You could also see the Christ the King monument, which is constructed of copper and stands on a towering platform. Another excellent viewpoint is the nearby Picot Cross.
What else is good to know about the Sanctuary of Sant Salvador in Mallorca?
The Sanctuary of Sant Salvador offers a lot of unique events and experiences, such as a music and light show at the monastery and a celebration of La Mare de Dèu on feast day in September. The church is also open daily and offers mass on Sundays.
The monastery is only one of the incredible historic sites and vista points in Mallorca. You could also visit Sa Foradada, Mirador Ses Colomers, Santuari de Cura and Mirador Ricardo Roca to see different perspectives on the coast and sea from high vantage points. You’ll also find a lot of castles and fortresses on the island, such as Castell de Bellver.
Sanctuary of Sant Salvador in Mallorca
Location: Crta. de, Ctra. Porto Colom, s/n, 07200 Felanitx, Illes Balears, Spain
Phone: +34 971 82 72 82
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