Minorca or Menorca is one of the Balearic Islands located in the Mediterranean Sea belonging to Spain. Its name derives from its size, contrasting it with nearby Majorca.
The island is known for its collection of megalithic stone monuments: navetes, taules and talaiots, which speak of a very early prehistoric human activity. Some of the earliest culture on Minorca was influenced by other Mediterranean cultures, including the Greek Minoans of ancient Crete (see also Gymnesian Islands). For example the use of inverted plastered timber columns at Knossos is thought to have influenced early peoples of Minorca in imitating this practice.
In October 1993, Minorca was designated by UNESCO as a biosphere reserve.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Menorca
Wow what a fantastic card from postcrossing!
Why I find ancient sites fascinating stems from my enjoyment of my Social studies class in primary school. We got to watch Asterix and Obelix (and his menhirs) outsmarting the Romans,what a way to learn history!
As written by Antonia, there are a thousand archaeological sites on the island!
Thank you Antonia for the amazing card!
Sent:19 January 2013
Received: 31 January 2013
Travelled: 12 days
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