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Its strategic location on maritime trade routes meant that, over the centuries, various cultures settled on the island. Their legacy can be seen today through the monuments, traditions, and unique gastronomy that attract visitors from all over the world.\r\n<h2>Key Facts about the Island<\/h2>\r\n<table class=\"wp-block-table\">\r\n<tbody>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td><strong>Concept<\/strong><\/td>\r\n<td><strong>Detail<\/strong><\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>Area<\/td>\r\n<td>3,640 km\u00b2<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>Coastline Length<\/td>\r\n<td>550 km<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>Population<\/td>\r\n<td>Approx. 900,000 inhabitants (80% of the Balearic total)<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>Capital<\/td>\r\n<td>Palma<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>Highest Point<\/td>\r\n<td>Puig Major (1,445 metres)<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>Official Languages<\/td>\r\n<td>Catalan (native) and Castilian Spanish<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>Currency<\/td>\r\n<td>Euro (\u20ac)<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<\/tbody>\r\n<\/table>\r\n<h2>Territorial Organisation and Regions<\/h2>\r\nAdministratively, the island is organised through the Council of Mallorca (Consell de Mallorca) and is divided into 53 municipalities. Geographically, to understand what to see in Mallorca, it is essential to know its six regions (comarcas), each with its own character:\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>Serra de Tramuntana:<\/strong> A UNESCO World Heritage Site; the backbone of the island with mountain landscapes and stone villages.<\/li>\r\n \t<li><strong>Es Raiguer:<\/strong> A transitional region at the foot of the mountains, the central hub for craftsmanship and the footwear industry.<\/li>\r\n \t<li><strong>Es Pla:<\/strong> The agricultural heart of Mallorca, where life moves at a slower pace and the best inland cuisine can be tasted.<\/li>\r\n \t<li><strong>Llevant:<\/strong> Famous for its caves, unspoilt coves, and charming fishing ports.<\/li>\r\n \t<li><strong>Migjorn:<\/strong> Southern lands with iconic beaches such as Es Trenc and extensive rural areas.<\/li>\r\n \t<li><strong>Palma:<\/strong> The cosmopolitan capital, and the economic, political, and cultural centre of the Balearic Islands.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<h2>The Climate: A Destination with 300 Days of Sunshine<\/h2>\r\nThe Mediterranean climate is Mallorca's greatest ally. Temperatures are hot in summer and mild in winter, allowing the island to be enjoyed throughout the year.\r\n<table class=\"wp-block-table\">\r\n<tbody>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td><strong>Season<\/strong><\/td>\r\n<td><strong>Air Temp.<\/strong><\/td>\r\n<td><strong>Water Temp.<\/strong><\/td>\r\n<td><strong>Ideal for...<\/strong><\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>Summer<\/td>\r\n<td>28 - 32\u00baC<\/td>\r\n<td>&gt; 20\u00baC<\/td>\r\n<td>Sun and beach (Playa de Muro, Cala Millor, Es Trenc)<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>Autumn<\/td>\r\n<td>18 - 24\u00baC<\/td>\r\n<td>18 - 20\u00baC<\/td>\r\n<td>Hiking, cultural events, and local gastronomy<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>Winter<\/td>\r\n<td>10 - 16\u00baC<\/td>\r\n<td>13 - 15\u00baC<\/td>\r\n<td>Cycle tourism, relaxation, and discovering the \"Island of Calm\"<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>Spring<\/td>\r\n<td>16 - 22\u00baC<\/td>\r\n<td>15 - 18\u00baC<\/td>\r\n<td>Active sports, mountain routes, and nature in bloom<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<\/tbody>\r\n<\/table>\r\n<h2>Society and Economy<\/h2>\r\nTourism has been the main engine of Mallorca since the 1960s, having evolved into a specialised model of sustainable tourism. Almost half of the population resides in Palma, creating a vibrant, multicultural society. 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