"Som essència talaiòtica”
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Talayotic Menorca is now part of the UNESCO World Heritage List!
Discover one of the richest and most remarkable archaeological landscapes on the planet, moulded over generations by the population of Menorca, who have lovingly protected the striking legacy of Talayotic culture.
Visit the sites
Menorca covers just over 700 km2 and has 1,586 archaeological sites. Not all of these can be easily accessed, which is why a selection has been made that best represents and summarises the island’s prehistory, and are accessible to anyone interested in discovering the Talayotic world of Menorca.
Choose a site
Naveta des Tudons
Necropolis of Calescoves
Talayotic settlement of So na Caçana
Talayotic settlement of Son Catlar
Talayotic Settlement of Talatí
Talayotic settlement of Torralba d'en Salort
Talayotic settlement of Torre d’en Galmés
Talayotic Settlement of Trepucó
Cova des Coloms cave
Dolmen of Ses Roques Llises
Na Comerma de sa Garita Monument
The Navetes of Rafal Rubí
Naviform settlement of Son Mercer de Baix
Talayotic settlement of Cornia Nou
Sa Torreta de Tramuntana talayotic settlement
Talayotic settlement of Sant Agustí
Talayotic settlement of Torrellafuda
Talayotic settlement of Torrellisar
Talayotic settlement of Torretrencada
Es Galliner de Madona hypostyle hall
Talayot of Torelló
Cova de Biniedrís cave
Cova des Pas cave
Copper mine of Sa Mitja Lluna
Es Castellàs des Caparrot de Forma
Torre del Ram Hypogeum
Western naveta of Biniac
Oriental naveta of Biniac
Necropolis of Cala Morell
Coastal Settlement of Coll de Cala Morell
Talayotic settlement of Biniaiet Vell / Sant Vicenç d'Alcaidús
Talayotic settlement of Binissafullet
Talayotic settlement of Montefí
Talayot of Trebalúger
Cova des Càrritx cave
Cova des Mussol cave
Naveta des Tudons
The Naveta des Tudons is certainly one of the most emblematic and visited Talayotic monuments in Menorca, thanks to its excellent state of conservation and because navetas are a...
Necropolis of Calescoves
From prehistoric until Roman times, Calescoves attracted the attention of the different Menorcan settlers. It was occupied for many centuries and is therefore a highly significant...
Talayotic settlement of So na Caçana
The So Na Caçana site is considered to be a group of sanctuaries, as it includes more than one taula enclosure and two rather unorthodox talayots, which could mean that it...
Talayotic settlement of Son Catlar
Son Catlar is one of the largest Talayotic settlements in the Balearic Islands and the only one whose outer wall around most of the settlement remains intact. Although the...
Talayotic Settlement of Talatí
The archaeological area of Talatí de Dalt is one of the island’s most emblematic, thanks in part to its excellent state of conservation and its peculiar taula. It is...
Talayotic settlement of Torralba d'en Salort
This is one of the largest and most spectacular prehistoric settlements in Menorca. It reached its peak during the time of Carthaginian commercial growth but remained in use until...
Talayotic settlement of Torre d’en Galmés
The Talayotic settlement of Torre d’en Galmés, which covers 4.5 hectares, is one of the largest in Menorca and all of the Balearic Islands. It is located atop an...
Talayotic Settlement of Trepucó
Trepucó is one of the largest Talayotic settlements in Menorca, covering over 4 hectares, which were originally fortified. Only a small portion of the settlement remains at...
Cova des Coloms cave
The Cova des Coloms cave is one of the most frequently visited sites by both local and visiting hikers, due both to the beauty of the natural environment of the Binigaus ravine in...
Dolmen of Ses Roques Llises
The dolmen of Ses Roques Llises is a dolmenic-style collective sepulchre and one of the oldest known constructions in all of Menorca, erected in around 2000 BC. It is part of the...
Na Comerma de sa Garita Monument
Na Comerma de Sa Garita is a unique archaeological monument on both a Menorcan and Balearic level. It is part of the Torre d’en Galmés archaeological area and is made...
The Navetes of Rafal Rubí
The Rafal Rubí archaeological site is made up of two funerary navetas dating from between the Middle and Late Bronze Ages, although other materials have been found on site...
Naviform settlement of Son Mercer de Baix
Son Mercer de Baix, inhabited between the Early Bronze Age (1400 BC) and the Talayotic period (1000 BC) is the most well-known naviform settlement in all of Menorca. It consists...
Talayotic settlement of Cornia Nou
The Talayotic settlement of Cornia Nou is one of the most impressive of its kind in Menorca, with excavations performed on the western talayot and the southern building revealing...
Sa Torreta de Tramuntana talayotic settlement
Sa Torreta de Tramuntana is a benchmark Talayotic settlement in the north of the island. Situated in a high-spot, it dominates much of the coast and the surrounding valleys. The...
Talayotic settlement of Sant Agustí
The Talayotic settlement of Sant Agustí, in the municipal district of Es Migjorn Gran, is one of the most monumental on the island and is known for the unique...
Talayotic settlement of Torrellafuda
The Talayotic settlement of Torrellafuda in the municipal district of Ciutadella is one of the island’s most charismatic. Located within a wild olive trees forest, it...
Talayotic settlement of Torrellisar
The Talayotic settlement of Torrellisar is located in the municipal area of Alaior, and includes a variety of structures that highlight a taula enclosure and two talayots, which...
Talayotic settlement of Torretrencada
The Talayotic settlement of Torretrencada in the municipal district of Ciutadella stands out thanks to its taula, one of the most special on the island. The settlement, which...
Es Galliner de Madona hypostyle hall
Es Galliner de Madona is an isolated hypostyle hall, with a semicircular floor plan and a straight facade that rests on the rock on one side and which is accessed through a door...
Talayot of Torelló
The settlement of Torelló is one of the largest in the municipal district of Maó, although it is difficult to fully appreciate its true size as it was severely...
Cova de Biniedrís cave
The Cova de Biniedrís cave is found on the eastern bank of the ravine of the same name. It is part of the funerary complex of Calescoves and, along with other caves like Es...
Cova des Pas cave
The Cova des Pas cave is a necropolis that was utilised by a Late Bronze Age community (1200-800 BC). Found within an inaccessible wall of the Trebalúger ravine, it led to...
Copper mine of Sa Mitja Lluna
The prehistoric copper mine of Sa Mitja Lluna located on Illa d'en Colom is a site of special importance, not only for its exceptional conservation, but also for being...
Current excavation projects
The research work studying our archaeological heritage is ongoing.
Here is some information on the different archaeological projects currently under way in Minorca.
Current projects
Related activities
Until 18
Apr
Exhibition:
Talayotic Menorca exhibition at the Museu de Menorca
In this space you can discover the values that make Talayotic Menorca a World Heritage Site. This exhibition has been jointly produced by the Museu de Menorca and the Talayotic Menorca Agency.
Until 21
Dec
Excursion:
"Som Essència Talaiòtica” programme
Activities to disseminate the heritage of Talayotic Menorca included in the UNESCO World Heritage List. The programme offers activities, outings and guided tours that will allow you to learn about the social, cultural and environmental values of our heritage. Next activity will be on June 1 LITTLE TALAYOTICS IN ACTION: CLOTHING AND RITUALS. Trepucó.
17
Jul
Other:
Astronomical Experience at Talatí de Dalt
An experience organized by Nurarq that combines archaeoastronomy and astronomy at an incredible site: talayotic settlement of Talatí de Dalt.
21
Jun
Volunteering:
Clearing and cleaning campaign at the Talayotic settlement of Sa Cudia Cremada
Organized by the Associació de Voluntariat de Camins i Jaciments and the Consell Insular de Menorca through the Talayotic Menorca Agency, this event is open to all citizens.
07
Jun
Volunteering:
Clearing and cleaning campaign at the Talayotic settlement of Sa Cudia Cremada
Organized by the Associació de Voluntariat de Camins i Jaciments and the Consell Insular de Menorca through the Talayotic Menorca Agency, this event is open to all citizens.
18
May
Volunteering:
Clean-up campaign in Torrenova d'en Lozano
Fourth day of the campaign to clear and clean the talayot and circle of Torrenova d'en Lozano organised by the Societat Històrico Arqueològica Martí i Bella and the Consell Insular de Menorca through the Talayotic Menorca Agency. Run by volunteers from the GIBET Project, participation is open to all citizens.
17
May
Activity:
International Museum Day celebration at Can Saura
Can Saura joins the celebration of International Museum Day with three activities focused on the island’s prehistory. Organized by the Museu de Ciutadella Can Saura.
10
May
Volunteering:
Clearing and cleaning campaign at the Talayotic settlement of Sa Cudia Cremada
Organized by the Associació de Voluntariat de Camins i Jaciments and the Consell Insular de Menorca through the Talayotic Menorca Agency, this event is open to all citizens.
27
Apr
Volunteering:
Clean-up campaign in Torrenova d'en Lozano
Campaign to clear and clean the talayot and circle of Torrenova d'en Lozano organised by the Societat Històrico Arqueològica Martí i Bella and the Consell Insular de Menorca through the Talayotic Menorca Agency. Run by volunteers from the GIBET Project, participation is open to all citizens.
13
Apr
Volunteering:
Clean-up campaign in Torrenova d'en Lozano
Third day of the campaign to clear and clean the talayot and circle of Torrenova d'en Lozano organised by the Societat Històrico Arqueològica Martí i Bella and the Consell Insular de Menorca through the Talayotic Menorca Agency. Run by volunteers from the GIBET Project, participation is open to all citizens.
12
Apr
Volunteering:
Clearing and cleaning campaign at the Talayotic settlement of Sa Cudia Cremada
Organized by the Associació de Voluntariat de Camins i Jaciments and the Consell Insular de Menorca through the Talayotic Menorca Agency, this event is open to all citizens.
04
Apr
Conference:
Plural pasts, opportunities and challenges of sharing other stories on social media.
Conference by the archaeologist Mikel Herran at the Ateneu de Maó. The past is as diverse as society itself, and yet some pasts have been more represented, while other minority groups have traditionally been made invisible or even silenced.
03
Apr
Conference:
Presentation of the book "Menorca. Culture of Stone"
Presentation of the book "Menorca. Culture of Stone" by Àngel Roca at the Ateneu de Maó, covering all aspects related to stone in a carefully crafted edition available in four languages.
29
Mar
Volunteering:
Clearing and cleaning campaign at the Talayotic settlement of Sa Cudia Cremada
Organized by the Associació de Voluntariat de Camins i Jaciments and the Consell Insular de Menorca through the Talayotic Menorca Agency, this event is open to all citizens.
16
Mar
Volunteering:
Clean-up campaign in Torrenova d'en Lozano
Second day of the campaign to clear and clean the talayot and circle of Torrenova d'en Lozano organised by the Societat Històrico Arqueològica Martí i Bella and the Consell Insular de Menorca through the Talayotic Menorca Agency. Run by volunteers from the GIBET Project, participation is open to all citizens.
Recent news
News
20
Jun
The Governing Council and Social Council of the Talayotic Menorca Agency meet to review actions carried out (2023–2025) and set the course for the future
The draft stewardship contracts with owners and managers of archaeological sites are presented.
Grants
19
Jun
Applications open for Menorca’s 2025 historical heritage research and conservation grants
Consell Insular de Menorca has opened the call for applications for grants aimed at supporting actions that enhance the knowledge, safeguarding, and dissemination of historical heritage, including the intangible cultural heritage of Menorca.
Interview
12
Jun
“I believe Menorca’s archaeological richness is almost overwhelming”
This month we interview Mikel Herrán, archaeologist, researcher and one of the most prominent voices regarding scientific and heritage outreach on social media in Spain.
News
05
Jun
Restoration of the wall of Son Catlar completed
The Island Council of Menorca, through the Menorca Talayotic Agency, has completed a significant conservation and restoration project during the month of May on various sections of the wall of the Talayotic settlement of Son Catlar.
Archaeology
30
May
New publication by Sonia Carbonell on the rock-cut tomb necropolises of Menorca
Archaeologist Sonia Carbonell has just published Arquitectura funeraria postalayótica. Las necrópolis de cuevas artificiales de Menorca, a monograph that delves into one of the most distinctive elements of Menorca’s archaeological landscape.
News
29
May
Talayotic Menorca stands out once again at Tarraco Viva with a high-impact outreach proposal
Talayotic Menorca Agency delivers a highly positive assessment of its participation in the 27th edition of the Tarraco Viva festival, held in Tarragona from May 23 to 25.
Interview
23
May
"The prehistoric remains that constitute Talayotic Menorca are the crown jewels of the island's stone culture"
This month we interview Àngel Roca, author of the book Menorca. Culture of Stone. This publication offers a broad and well-documented overview of the many elements that shape this legacy.
News
22
May
The Talayotic Menorca Agency participates in the 19th Meeting of World Heritage Site Managers in Cuenca
This edition focused on planning the new World Heritage Action Plan in Spain for the 2024–2031 period, in alignment with the priorities established by UNESCO.
News
14
May
Talayotic Menorca featured at the 27th Tarraco Viva Historical Reenactment Festival
Talayotic Menorca returns this year to participate in the Tarraco Viva historical reenactment festival. The Menorcan delegation will present various activities from May 23 to 25 in a unique setting to promote Menorca’s prehistoric World Heritage.
News
10
May
The future Talayotic Menorca Interpretation Centre featured in the UNESCO international exhibition in Venice.
Talayotic Menorca and its project for the future interpretation centre in Ciutadella are featured in the exhibition “Deep Surfaces: Architecture to Enhance the Visitor Experience at UNESCO Sites,” organised by UNESCO.
News
07
May
Restoration work begins on the wall of Son Catlar
The Consell Insular de Menorca, through the Agència Menorca Talaiòtica, has this week begun restoration work on several sections of the cyclopean wall at the Talayotic settlement of Son Catlar, located in Ciutadella.
News
24
Apr
The Consell Insular de Menorca attends the 1st European Forum of World Heritage Site Managers
The Consell Insular de Menorca has participated in the extraordinary general assembly held in the Alhambra in Granada within the framework of the 1st European Forum of World Heritage Site Managers.
News
12
Abr
A new volunteer project is driving the conservation of the Sa Cudia Cremada settlement
The joint initiative by the Talayotic Menorca Agency and the Voluntariat de Camins i Jaciments de Menorca strengthens the preservation of a unique archaeological site located near Maó.
News
01
Apr
Alianza de Paisajes Culturales y Sitios Afines del Patrimonio Mundial Workshop now available online
The various presentations and conferences from the Alianza de Paisajes Culturales y Sitios Afines del Patrimonio Mundial Workshop are now available on the Alianza's official YouTube channel. This event, held in Menorca from March 10 to 12, 2025, brought together experts in heritage, communication, and outreach to discuss effective strategies for engaging society with the properties inscribed on the World Heritage List.
Interview
28
Mar
"World heritage sites must always be managed with the support of civil society"
This month we interviewed Josep Bernales Sastre, a social worker and educator. Since 2016, he has held the position of Head of Technical Services at the Sierra de Tramuntana World Heritage Consortium, where he has been involved in the management and protection of this unique cultural landscape, recognized by UNESCO in 2011.
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