Minorca
Mallorca's smaller neighbor
Minorca is the second-largest of Spain's Balearic Islands in the western Mediterranean, known for its beaches and prehistoric stone monuments.
In poultry, a Minorca is a breed of domestic chicken originating from the island, valued for its glossy black plumage and large white eggs.
Spanish archipelago designation
- MediterraneanSea between Europe, Africa, Asia
- covesSheltered coastal indentations
- turquoiseBlue-green opaque gemstone
- limestoneCarbonate sedimentary rock
Intended arrival point
- resortPlace for getaways
- getawaySwift departure or retreat
- holidayDay of rest
- sightseeingVisiting places of interest
beaches · sunbathing · relaxation · excursion · sailing · yachting · cruise · accommodation
Cultivated variety of animal
- poultryBirds raised for food
- blackDarkest possible hue
- glossySmooth and shiny
- greenishSomewhat verdant-hued
layers · white eggs · ornamental · dual-purpose · hardy · exhibition · bantam · comb
Marine creatures as cuisine
- lobsterLarge marine shellfish
- cured meatsSalt-preserved animal flesh
- artisanSkilled manual tradesperson
- dairyMilk-based foods collectively
Of giant stone construction
- prehistoricBefore documented civilization
- archaeologyStudy of physical remnants
- Bronze AgeEarly metalworking civilization period
- monumentsStructures commemorating notable achievements
UNESCO · watchtowers · fortifications · British · colonial · Georgian · stone · ancient
Balearic
Spanish archipelago designation
- MediterraneanSea between Europe, Africa, Asia
- covesSheltered coastal indentations
- turquoiseBlue-green opaque gemstone
destination
Intended arrival point
sightseeing · beaches · sunbathing · relaxation · excursion · sailing · yachting · cruise · accommodation · itinerary
breed
Cultivated variety of animal
greenish · layers · white eggs · ornamental · dual-purpose · hardy · exhibition · bantam · comb · plumage
seafood
Marine creatures as cuisine
- lobsterLarge marine shellfish
- cured meatsSalt-preserved animal flesh
- artisanSkilled manual tradesperson
megalithic
Of giant stone construction
- prehistoricBefore documented civilization
- archaeologyStudy of physical remnants
- Bronze AgeEarly metalworking civilization period
monuments · UNESCO · watchtowers · fortifications · British · colonial · Georgian · stone · ancient · artifacts