The protected ecology of the islands surpasses 40% of its territory. More than 45 natural areas of special protection exist only on the island of Mallorca, 19 on Minorca and 17 on Ibiza and Formentera. Six of these natural spaces rely on a special protection regime: The Natural Reserve of Ses Salines on Ibiza and Formentera, and the Natural Parks of s´Albufera, Mondragó, sa Dragonera and s´Albufera des Grau, in addition to the National Park of Cabrera. Minorca benefits itself with the international seal of the Biosphere Reserve. Recently four historical and natural enclaves on Ibiza have been declared Human Heritage by UNESCO: The Posidonia meadows, Dalt Vila district, the necropolis of Puig des Molins and the Sa Caleta site. In addition to some enviable beaches, Ibiza and Formentera share a common ecosystem that, from an aerial perspective, seems to unite both islands: this is Ses Salines, their most famous natural reserve.

Nautical sports are some of the activities most appreciated by visitors to the islands. The marine competitions in special boat races in Palma bay are authentic events on the sports calendar. In these waters the Princess Sofia Trophy, the King’s Cup, and the Admiral Count of Barcelona Trophy are disputed, competitions which have gained international prestige. Diving has also become one of the activities more asked for on the Balearics in the last years, because it is a perfect place to appreciate the flora and fauna of the Mediterranean coasts.

Another sport much consolidated in this community is golf. The Balearics are a paradise for lovers of this sport. Winter tourists with a low handicap, eager to exercise themselves in this sport, have caused the proliferation of golf clubs all over the islands. At the present time a total of fourteen high level clubs offer the possibility to practice this sport at its peak.

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