The capital of the island of Formentera is San Francesc. Formentera is the smallest and the most laid back of the Balearic islands. Many come here seeking solitude from the outside world and here they will find it. The town is less commercial then the other tourist distinations, which makes for quaint and peaceful surroundings. The hotels Formentera are small and seek to please in a very laid back style. And for those seeking them, there are bigger resorts and spas, offering up some of the more commercial and popular activities notable to the islands such as skiing, windsurfing, and speed boats. However, the goal for those choosing this island is generally more in tune with getting away from all that and enjoying the unspoiled nature of the landscapes and the beaches. One may hike or bike on any number of the many designated trails and paths that lead through the rural countryside.
The island itself is fascinating in many ways. For the most part Formentera has changed very little over the centuries, with historical buildings and sites still intact. Fortified churches and watch towers still remain from the times when the inhabitants were protecting themselves from the marauding pirates and various armies. Most of these historical sites are located in the capital. Around all the sites are shops and street vendors, ready to barter and just talk with stories of their ancestors, or of themselves if you really get them going. It is a slow kind of escape for most taking time out from the hectic and over commercialized ‘real world’. And if you are lucky, you may find the mythical hippy compound. Many are certain it is there, but no one seems to know exactly where. Try taking walks through the various hippy markets and questioning the vendors and artists and musicians. The craft-work and artistic trinkets are a beautiful way to take a bit of the charm and experience home.
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