On sea from Barcelona to Palma de Mallorca

Early in summer mornings, Palma de Mallorca looks, seen from the sea, like a golden woman lying on a beach for the sun. Surrounded by mountains, the city sleeps in its nest. Hundreds of boats are kindly waiting in the harbour the time to sail in the bay.

Once on the ground, the first impression comes from the atmosphere : the air is wet. At the time of the arrival, the streets are empty. Did the night just finished? In the inner city, dominated by the cathedral, nevertheless bars and shops are opening. Palma welcomes hundreds of thousands of tourist in july and august. Their presence is a huge source of revenue for the local economy.

The island, from its southern face, shows a dense urbanization. Hills are covered by villas. The coast itself has been over constructed since decades and the island real estate economy soared since the 2000's. Nothing, in climate, architecture, etc is common with Angers but may be, some comparisons could be helpful?