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Itinerary 1 Roman rule.
Palaeo-christian art
The colonies of Palma and Pollentia were founded in Majorca
during this period. The latter city dates from 123 - 122
BC. Of the archaeological remains of the city, the Roman
theatre is especially interesting; it is the only one in
the Balearics, has a capacity of 2,000 people, and was built
in the first century AD.
Ciutat romana de Pollentia. The Roman City of Pollentia
How to get there: It is between present-day Alcúdia and the
hermitage of Santa Anna.
Tel. 971 897 102.Opening hours: from Tuesday to Friday - from 10
am to 4 pm
Saturdays and Sundays - from 10.30 am to 1 pm Entrance charge: 2
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Guided tours at 11 am. Price: 2.20 _. Reduced price for Children
and groups: 1.50 _
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Palaeo-christian art is represented
in particular by the remains of the 5th century basilica
of Son Peretó in Manacor. Of especial interest
are the mosaics, decorated with animal or flower themes
and geometrical patterns, inspired by North African
models or those in Tarragona.
Basilica de Son Peretó
Visits: pre-arranged by the Tourist Information
Office of Manacor. (Plaça Llull, s/n).
Tel. 971 847 241. There is no entrance charge.
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The basílica of Son Peretó dates from the 5th century
and is the only survivor of the three original ones on the island |
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