Ses Salines is a small village in the south east of Mallorca. It and its associated port Colonia St Jordi have a rich history thanks to its location on fertile land. Known for its salt flats, slow pace and understated charm, think stone houses, palm-lined streets and easy access to beautiful beaches like Es Trenc. With relaxed cafés, creative shops and a quietly cool atmosphere, it’s ideal for travellers seeking an authentic, unhurried slice of island life.
Ses Salines
Traditional rural town in the south east of Majorca
There are ancient salt mines here dating back to Roman times. The salt produced has become a major industry for the area, with gourmet flavoured salts being produced for export. The sea salt is extracted during August using traditional methods.
Events in Ses Salines
Events in Ses Salines
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La Mostra Calvia Tardor - Calvia Food Show
Enjoy special menus in Calvià from Illetas to Peguera
La Mostra Calvià Tardor is Calvià 's annual autumn food festival, organised by the Fundació Calvià 365 and celebrated across four consecutive weekends each October and November. Around 45 restaurants take part each year, offering specially curated set menus.
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Evolution Mallorca International Film Festival
For innovative, provocative, socially-relevant filmmakers
EMIFF is based in the heart of the Mediterranean, in Mallorca’s buzzing and culturally rich capital city of Palma.Â
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Halloween at Katmandu Park
Celebrate Halloween at the most famous theme park in Mallorca
The Halloween spirit invades Katmandu Park with millions of adventures, new attractions, contests, spooky monsters and much more.
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Pirates Halloween
Family-friendly Halloween entertainment
The Pirates Halloween special is one of Mallorca's most celebrated nights out, taking the island's legendary dinner show and giving it a deliciously wicked twist. It's the perfect blend of spectacle and spookiness for all the family.
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Deia International Music Festival
Classical music concerts at world famous locations in Deia and Valldemossa
In 1978, a group of professional and amateur musicians came together under the name ‘Paramusical Workshop' and began performing concerts in Llucalcari and the Deià church. This marked the humble beginnings of what is today known as the Deià International Music Festival. The quality and quantity of the guest artists have been growing steadily ever since.
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Dragon Winter Series
The Mediterranean Cup of the Dragon Class
 A regatta circuit in which top national and international sailors compete, Puerto Portals has become the port with the largest fleet of Dragons in Spain and a benchmark on the international circuit.
History & Culture in Ses Salines
Ses Salines early history
The discovery of Roman remains in Ses Salines has led to the belief that Roman troops, under the command of Cecilio Metellus, arrived here in the year 123 BC to exploit the S'Avall salt flats. In fact the name of the town means ‘source of salt’. Salt mining grew considerably during the Roman period until the 6th century AD.
During the Islamic occupation that followed it seems the exploitation of Ses Salines continued. After the Christian conquest, led by King Jaume 1 in 1229, the salt mines were considered to be royal property, until 1255 when he gave them up to Arnau de Cruilles.
The Dezcalar family
In the 1300s the area became the property of the Torrella family, followed by the Dezcallar family which still preserves it today. They have protected and exploited the salt flats here, either directly or through lease management, over the centuries through to modern times.
Sights & Attractions in Ses Salines
History, architecture and culture in Ses Salines
Aside from the salt production you will be interested in the nearby Bronze Age settlements which date back to the 9th century.
There are many historical building in Ses Salines including the Church of St Bartholomew, there is of course the golden sandstone architecture to admire.
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Botanicactus Botanical Gardens, Ses Salines
Botanical gardens featuring many variety of cacti
Botanicactus is one of Europe's largest botanical gardens, with bamboo and palm trees and dozens of varieties of cactus.
Beaches in Ses Salines
Head to Colonia St Jordi for watersports and wonderful beaches.
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Es Carbo Beach, Colonia de Sant Jordi
Large remote beach in the south east of Mallorca
If you are looking for a beach where you can get away from it all, then Es Carbo may be the one for you. A 30 minute walk east from Colonia St Jordi in the south of Mallorca, it is a vast stretch of white sand that sits in a protected bay.
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Es Trenc Beach, Ses Covetes
A prominent and unspoilt beach on Mallorca’s south coast
Unassigned to any of the island’s numerous holiday resorts, the stunning beach of Es Trenc is geographically fairly isolated with a wonderful wild and natural feel. With 2km of bleached white sand and transparent water, it's often referred to as more Caribbean than Mediterranean in characteristics.
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Cala S'Almonia Beach, Cala Llombards
Beautiful rocky cove located in the south-east of Mallorca
With beautiful views and crystal clear water it's a great place for swimming and snorkelling. Picturesque and quiet, it's no surprise that it's popular with the locals.Â
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Es Calo des Moro Beach, South Mallorca
Protected beach that's located in the south-east of Mallorca
Es Calò des Moro is one of those picture perfect calas that takes your breath away. 'One of the last paradises of Mallorca,' claims the foundation 'Amics d'Es Calò des Moro' which has been looking after it for the last fifteen years.
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Playa Es Caragol Beach, South Mallorca
One of Mallorca's most southerly and quiet beaches
Found on the west side of Mallorca’s most southern tip, Es Caragol is wonderful if you enjoy sunbathing somewhere a little more remote than your usual tourist spot.
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Sa Rapita Beach, South Mallorca
Lovely white sand beach with turquoise water in the south-east of Mallorca
Also known as Platja de Sa Rà pita, an alternative to Es Trenc is the beautiful neighbouring beach at S’Arenal de sa Rapita in the southeast of Majorca. It is much quieter than Es Trenc, and is popular with families, surfers and windsurfers.
Dining in Ses Salines
Restaurants in Ses Salines
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Cassai Gran Café
Mediterranean flavours with a modern touch in a historic Majorcan setting
Cassai Gran Café is located in the heart of Ses Salines, offering a unique dining experience where traditional Mediterranean cuisine meets contemporary innovation. Housed in a Majorcan property over three hundred years old, the restaurant retains its rustic charm with stone walls, native plants, and a welcoming courtyard, creating a warm and intimate atmosphere. Soft lighting and carefully chosen materials enhance the inviting and elegant space, perfect for an evening of relaxed fine dining.
Nightlife in Ses Salines
Bars & Clubs in Ses Salines
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S'Embat Bar
Laid-back Ses Covetes beach bar with live music, cabaret, and true island spirit
S'Embat Bar was founded in 2005 as a small beachside chiringuito on Mallorca’s south coast, created simply as a place to switch off and feel free. With no social media strategy, no marketing campaigns, and no advertising, it grew organically through word of mouth. Visitors discovered it, shared it, and slowly made it their own.
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Lola Bar
Lola is your go to for the ultimate DJ bar experience with great music and atmosphere
Lola is a DJ bar in the heart of Cala d'Or, open from daytime sessions through to late in the evening. The bar hosts resident and guest DJs playing a mix of genres, keeping the dancefloor busy throughout the night.
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HPC Restaurant
Mediterranean flavours with sea views and a rooftop cocktail bar
HPC Restaurant in Portocolom offers a relaxed Mediterranean dining experience with stunning sea views. Situated inside the Hostal Porto Colom Hotel, this stylish restaurant serves fresh, locally sourced ingredients with international and creative touches. Guests can enjoy a wide variety of dishes, including paella, fresh fish and seafood, local meats, carpaccio, gourmet burgers, creative salads, and homemade pizzas.
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Mhares Sea Club & Bar
Coastal Mallorca beach club with pool, gastronomy, and unforgettable sunsets
Mhares Sea Club & Bar is a stunning coastal retreat on Mallorca, offering a sustainable and unforgettable day by the sea. Set in a privileged location along the Majorcan coast, it’s the perfect spot to unwind on comfortable sunbeds with pool access while soaking up the Mediterranean atmosphere.
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El Chiringuito Beach Bar
Beachfront Mediterranean restaurant in Playa de Palma with tapas, paella, and cocktails
El Chiringuito Beach House is right on Playa de Palma, offering a relaxed Mediterranean dining experience with a beachfront setting inspired by Formentera and Ibiza. Its stylish interior and seaside terrace make it a great spot to meet friends or family for lunch, drinks, or an evening out.
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Mikel & Pintxo Tapas Bar & Restaurant
Seafront Palma restaurant offering tapas, pintxos, paella, and a curated drinks selection
Mikel & Pintxo Tapas Bar & Restaurant is a vibrant seaside dining spot located just below the Garonda Hotel on the seafront promenade opposite Playa de Palma. Specialising in Spanish cuisine, tapas, and wine, it’s an ideal destination for sharing great food and drinks with friends or family.
Things to do in Ses Salines
The salt flats
The nearby saltpans act as a magnet for migrant waders and wildfowl on their way from Africa to their breeding grounds in Europe each spring. Cap de Ses Salines, Mallorca's southernmost point, is another good spot for birdwatching.
Enjoy a walk around the town
The town itself makes a pleasant place to stroll, with an abundance of local Santanyi sandstone which turns golden in the sun. Just outside Ses Salines, on the road to Santanyi, is Botanicactus, one of Europe's largest botanical gardens, with bamboo and palm trees and, extraordinarily diverse in form, dozens of varieties of cactus.
Boat trips
You can also get the boat from nearby Colonia St Jordi to the protected Cabrera Islands off the south east coast.
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Artestruz Ostrich Farm
Ostrich farm where you can learn more about these animals
Founded in 1998, this is a small piece of Africa in Mallorca, between Campos and Colonia de Sant Jordi. A perfect place for the whole family to visit and learn more about the largest birds on the planet.
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Mondrago Natural Park
Glorious coastal reserve with wetlands, beaches & turquoise seas
The Mondragó Natural Park is one of our favourite places on Mallorca. It is situated in the south, close to SantanyÃ, down tiny winding lanes lined with immaculate stone walls.
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A la Carte Horse Riding Holiday
7 day horse riding lessons and trekking in Mallorca
Explore the magical island of Mallorca on horseback with an experienced local guide.
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Beginners 5 Day Horse Riding Holiday
5 day horse riding holiday for novice riders in Mallorca
Fall in love with horseriding as you explore the beautiful island of Mallorca with an experienced local guide.
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Beginners 7 Day Horse Riding Holiday
7 day horse riding holiday for novice riders in Mallorca
Fall in love with horseriding as you explore the beautiful island of Mallorca with an experienced local guide.
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Show Jumping Horse Riding Holiday
7 day show jumping and horse riding holiday in Mallorca
For those who want it all, combine show jumping lessons, trail riding, and luxury accommodation for a fantastic holiday.
Cycling in Ses Salines
There are several cycle routes in the area, on mainly flat ground making cycling an excellent way to explore the area.
Cycling Routes in Mallorca
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Colonia Sant Jordi to Cap de Ses Salines Cycling Route
Peaceful bike ride through farmlands down to a lighthouse in the south east
22km point to point but a longer day out at 44km if you do the return journey by bike instead of catching the bus.
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S' Arenal to Capocorb Cycling Route
Best of the rural south with amazing prehistoric ruins on this cycle route
A flat road cycle but at a distance of 60km this could be a long ride for a beginner so be prepared!
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Cycling from Palma to Playa de Palma
Bikes and beaches – Palma to Playa de Palma
On Saturday we hired bikes and set off on a hot afternoon to explore the beaches of Palma Bay. A shoreline cycle path runs from the northern end of Palma docks all the way to the resort S’Arenal in the south.
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Cala Millor to Porto Cristo Cycling Route
Beaches galore on this easy east coast bike meander
A great way to explore this part of the coast and easy enough for the whole family to enjoy...especially with beach breaks along the way.
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Palma to S'Arenal Cycling Route
An easy route by the sea, following cycle paths from Palma to Playa de Palma
Enjoy a flat route by the sea that is completely on purpose made cycle paths so that it is safe for all the family to cycle. It takes you from the capital city of Palma to the beach resort area of Playa de Palma.
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Seeing Palma by bicycle
Pedalling, sightseeing...plus waiting for biscuits and nuns!
Palma is a really bike friendly city. The giveaway is the prominent red cycle route running all along the Paseo Maritimo and through the city centre. The weather is perfect for it too. Despite the obvious benefits of urban exploration on two wheels, Palma on Bike was my first experience of cycling in the capital.Â
Hiking in Ses Salines
There are also several coastal walks you can enjoy, the tourist office will be able to direct you.
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Coastal walk from Ses Salines to Es Trenc Beach
Walk along the sands of Es Trenc
Don’t want to leave the water's side when holidaying in Mallorca? We don’t blame you. Here’s a lovely little beach walk for those wanting to stretch their legs whilst enjoying beach life on holiday. Ses Salines is located on the south-east coast of Mallorca. This is a summer walk which you can start from Ses Salines itself, or at the beach resort of Colonia de Sant Jordi.
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An Uphill Walk from Felanitx to Monastery of San Salvador
Great views from the Sanctuary
Felanitx is located in the south-east of Mallorca.
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Good Friday is often a great opportunity for a spring time walk, especially in Mallorca where there was not a single cloud in the sky and temperatures were in the mid 20s.
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Hiking from Algaida to Cura Sant Honorat Gracia & Randa
Wonderful sanctuaries at the top of Randa hill
Algaida is located towards the middle of the island, about 15 km east of Palma. This hike can start from the town of Algaida, walking towards Castellitx, where there is a beautiful hermitage, the "Ermita de la Pau" that is well worth visiting, and then on to Aubella, where the climb to Cura starts.
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Hike from Petra to Hermitage of Bonany
Explore Mallorca's interior countryside
Petra is located towards the middle of the island, about 8km west of Manacor. The walk up to the hermitage starts in Petra, following the paved road and involves a walk of a little over an hour, you can also get there by a trail going up from Vilafranca.
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Walk from Inca to Hermitage of Santa Magdalena
Market town and a sanctuary in the middle of Mallorca
Inca can be reached either by train from Palma or by car. If you go to Inca on a Thursday, you'll be able to enjoy one of Mallorca's biggest and best markets.
Watersports in Ses Salines
Watersports in Ses Salines
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Coasteering
Guided coasteering in various locations across Mallorca
Coasteering combines adventure swimming, abseiling, climbing and rock scrambling to explore some incredible locations in Mallorca.
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Sea Caving
3hr, 4hr or 5hr sea caving at Des Coloms Cave for families or groups of friends
Explore one of the most spectacular caves on the island in a unique corner where very few are lucky enough to know about.
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Albatros Diving School
Scuba diving on the east coast of Mallorca
Enjoy great diving in Mallorca with Albatros Diving, based on the east coast in Cala Bona.
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Coasteering
3hr cliff jumping and abseiling adventure for families or groups of friends
An exhilarating rock and water activity suitable for families and adrenaline-junkies, a great way to explore the coastline of Mallorca.
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Private Swimming Lessons
Swimming instruction at your villa in Mallorca for all ages and abilities
Lessons delivered at your villa pool by qualified, insured and highly experienced instructors.
Holiday Rentals in Ses Salines
Holiday Rentals in Ses Salines
See all Holiday Rentals in Ses SalinesHotels in Ses Salines
There are several lovely rural hotels in the area, converted farmhouses offering traditional accommodation close to the sea.
Hotels in Ses Salines
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Close to the coves and to the beaches with fine white sand in the south-east of the island, you´ll find a country estate with 35 acres of open fields, an exclusive, comfortable, quiet and charming hotel.
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C'an Bonico Hotel
Finca hotel set in a 13th-century manor house
This hotel is located in a manor house dating back to the 13th century. Recently the house has been reformed and converted into a luxurious hotel, preserving great part of its architectural original structure.
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Sa Carrotja Finca Hotel
Adults-only rural finca in Ses Salines with pool and peaceful gardens
Set in Ses Salines in the south of Mallorca, Sa Carrotja Finca Hotel is an adults-only rural retreat designed for rest, simplicity and quiet comfort. Surrounded by countryside, it offers a calm setting where guests can slow down and enjoy a more relaxed pace of life.
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Fontsanta Hotel
Five-star thermal spa hotel near Es Trenc with natural hot springs and art-filled gardens
Set in the south of Mallorca, close to Es Trenc and the Salobrar de Campos nature area, Fontsanta Hotel is a five-star adults-only retreat centred around natural thermal waters and complete relaxation. Surrounded by a protected landscape, it offers a peaceful setting where wellbeing and nature are closely connected.
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El Coto Hotel
Hotel with smart decor 100m from the beach
The hotel is located only 100 m away from a beautiful beach, in front of the salt lakes. These salt lakes are in a protected nature reserve area and told to be the second oldest of the world.
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Honucai Hotel
Four-star boutique hotel
This hotel is ideally located in Colonia de Sant Jordi, a former fishing port in the southeast of the island. The hotel is just 10 minutes from Colonia de Sant Jordi city centre and has beautiful views of the nearby beaches.
How to get to Ses Salines
By car
Car hire is a viable option in Mallorca, and Ses Salines is only a 35 minute car journey from Palma airport. Or take the worry out of getting from the airport by booking a private transfer.
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Luxury Chauffeur Services
Exclusive luxury travel across Mallorca in a Rolls Royce
Experience luxury and convenience with this company. Arrive at your yacht charter, sunset tour or boat trip in unparalleled style in a Rolls Royce Ghost.
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Private Airport Transfers
Private taxis, minibuses & coaches for Ferry & Airport Transfers in Mallorca
The established company have been offering a reliable, reasonably priced, private transfer service in Mallorca since 1993.
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Private Airport Transfers
Taxis and minibuses to cater for up to 55 passengers
A group of taxi drivers with many years of experience in the sector of airport transfers in Mallorca. You can book online in advance or call to book last-minute.
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Private Taxi Transfers
Taxis in Palma de Mallorca
Taxi PMI is the Association of Taxi Drivers of Palma de Mallorca, who provide visitors with an efficient and reliable airport transfer service, whilst also eliminating the need to stand in a queue and wait for the next available taxi.
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Private Airport Transfers
24 hours a day 365 days a year, covering the whole Island
This taxi & transfer company operates out of Palma, covering the whole of Mallorca Island.
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Private Taxi Transfers
Taxi service to and from the airport
This taxi company offers 24-hour service from the airport to your accommodation all around Mallorca.
Property For Sale in Ses Salines
Property for Sale in Ses Salines
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2 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 55m² apartment in Port de Pollença
This stunning penthouse in Puerto Pollensa is the perfect holiday rental option for up to four people. Situated on the first line of the sea, it's conveniently located near excellent restaurants, bars, and basic amenities.
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3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 125m² apartment in Port de Pollença
Bright, fully renovated apartment located on the third floor of a building with lift, within a quiet community of only six neighbours, right in the centre of Puerto Pollensa. The beach, main square and the famous Pine Walk are all within easy walking distance.
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2 bedroom 2 bathroom, 87m² apartment in Pollenca
This apartment for sale in Pinaret is a rare opportunity. It features two bedrooms and two bathrooms, plus two balconies. The standout feature is the private rooftop terrace, offering plenty of space to relax and enjoy the sun. A valid rental license makes this property particularly appealing, as licensed apartments rarely come onto the market.
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3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, 63m², Apartment in DE POLLENÇA
Bright apartment located in the peaceful residential area of Siller, in Puerto Pollensa, with pleasant open views towards the mountains and the natural surroundings.
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Enjoy an exceptional seafront lifestyle with this three-bedroom apartment for sale in Puerto Pollensa, occupying a privileged frontline position with beautiful open views across the bay.
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