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Menorca, The Balearic Islands (2)

The countryside is dotted with numerous prehistoric dry stone structures, two of the most spectacular being:

Naveta de 'Es Tudons - neolithic funeral chamber in the municipal district of Ciutadella

Naveta de Es Tudons
Photo: Nacho Martin

The "Talayot", constructed in a similar way to the "Navetas", although their purpose is very different, thought to be watch towers or defensive towers. This one is located in Trepuco, on the outskirts of the capital, Mahon.

The Talayot

Images sourced from "Menorca - Welcome 2009" (Editorial Menorca S.A.)

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