Calvià, Spain

Calvià, Majorca, Spain
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Author: Rafael Ortega Díaz


Calvià is a municipality on the island of Majorca, in the Balearic Islands, Spain. It covers 145 sq km (55.99 sq mi) and has a population of 52,000 people (2012 estimate). It is the second most populous municipality after Palma de Mallorca.

The history of Calvià goes back to the Neolithic Era. In more recent times, it was ruled by the Romans, the Vandals, the Byzantine and Muslims. Its modern era began in the 13th century, when Christian Spain reconquered it from the Arabs. Today the economy of Calvià is based on tourism.

Visiting Calvià

Calvià is easily reached from Palma de Mallorca by taking the main highway, the Ma-1.

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