Guided visit to the Talayotic settlement of Torre d'en Galmés

Let yourself be seduced by the Talayotic culture with this guided tour
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Highlight

  • Explore one of the biggest ancient settlements in Menorca and the Balearic Islands alongside a knowledgeable tour guide
  • Observe enduring structures constructed from huge stones that have endured through history, and discover their intriguing background
  • Discover details of the residents and their day-to-day activities, reveal their traditions, and understand the reasons behind the prosperity of this Iron Age society

Summary

Situated on top of a hill, the Talayotic settlement of Torre d'en Galmés - inhabited from 2000 BC until the medieval Christian conquest of 128 - would have had supremacy over all the land surrounding it. Transport yourself back in time in Menorca through a guided tour and explore the remnants of this Iron Age civilization. During the tour, you will encounter three talayots, numerous round houses, a water collection system, several burial caves, and a taula enclosure, where an exquisite bronze statuette depicting the Egyptian God Imhotep was unearthed. Explore The Torre d'en Galmés Interpretation Center to enjoy multimedia presentations that aid in deciphering the ruins and grasping the distinctiveness of this remarkable archaeological site.

Description

Situated on a hilltop, the Talayotic settlement Torre d'en Galmés was in control of its surrounding territory, from 2000 BC until the medieval Christian takeover in 128.

Discover the past of Menorca by taking part in a guided tour that showcases the remnants of the Iron Age civilization. As you explore, you'll come across three talayots, various round houses, an intricate water collection system, multiple burial caves, and a special taula enclosure that once housed a small bronze statue of the Egyptian deity Imhotep.

To comprehend the significance of this remarkable archaeological site, explore the multimedia exhibitions offered at The Torre d'en Galmés Interpretation Center.

Guided visit to the Talayotic settlement of Torre d'en Galmés
Guided visit to the Talayotic settlement of Torre d'en Galmés
Guided visit to the Talayotic settlement of Torre d'en Galmés
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