2017-09-08 Cala Santa Galdana to Ciutadella, Menorca Island
Mid morning in Cala Santa GaldanaAs we had already spent a few days in Cala Santa Galdana, we continue on our journey west along the southern coast of MenorcaLeaving the port, the limestone cliffs on the western side glow in the bright morning sunCala Macarella is another good anchorage immediatlely west of Cala Santa GaldanaCala Macarelleta is the adjacent bay which is part of the dual calas beside Cala MacarellaIt is believed that in ancient times the two calas were used for hideouts for piratesToday this area is overcome with tourists who walk the tracks from nearby tourist townsCala Turqueta, another beautiful bay of the area is full of energetic walkers, as the access is either by boat, walking from nearby towns or driving and walking for 10 to15 minutesWe pass the entrance to Cala de Tale another small inlet along this coastWe pass Cala Son Saura where we spent a couple of days recently
The entrance to Puerto Tamarinda, a small man made harbour, accessed by a narrow channel which is suitable only for small boatsOnce again we approach the lighthouse on the south western point of MenorcaCute little fishing boats potter along this coast
We head north around the south west coast and see many people following the walking tracks along the miles of barren cliffs by the seaNear the entrance to the 2nd major port of Menora, called Ciutadella, is Cala Degollador which is a small however convenient anchorage if the main port is very busyIt was great seeing our first Australian flag on a yacht ‘Champagne’ moored in the bay!!As there was very little room for the Tangaroa in the bay, we decide to head towards the entrance to Ciutadella
On either side of the narrow channel leading to the old city of Ciutadella are many stunning houses
Moorings were available at the outer dock for the nightThe delightful young man that came out to assist us from Club Nautico suggested we take a berth on the town quay. We were aware that the wind was due to be strong for a few days and being further in the harbour would be more comfortable, so we were pleased with his suggestion!!Tangaroa well postioned in the main port of Ciutadella
We decide to stretch our legs and take a quick walk around the townThe town has some wonderful old buildings. On the ground floor to the left side of this lovely structure we found the information centre, which was useful for acquiring maps and naturally getting info on the areaGood views overlooking the harbourA great balcony of a restaurant/bar hanging out by the port with amazing views of the long narrow harbour
Wonderful winding narrow cobbled streets greet us in the old townMost of the houses and streets in the town are exceptionally well maintained
The main city square surrounded by classic old buildings
As we head back to the Tangaroa, which is berthed along the town quay, from the elevated old town we look towards the entrance of the narrow harbourLooking up the narrow bay from the small bridgeSo many wonderful bars and eateries situated by the water here in Ciutadella
Preparation for the evening is almost completed by the waiting staff of the waterside restaurantsA few patrons start arriving in some of the restaurants along the quayFortunaltely our position on the quay is towards the end of the line of restaurantsLooking out from the TangaroaAnother splendid sunset!!
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