Whitewashed churches in the traditional Ibicenco style, blending Moorish-influenced architecture with simple, fortress-like facades.
Crowning the highest point of Dalt Vila, this cathedral was built atop a former mosque after the Catalan conquest in 1235, with later Gothic and Baroque additions. Its bell tower is the island's most recognizable silhouette, visible from boats approaching the harbor.
A fortified hilltop church in Santa Eulària des Riu, built in the 16th-17th centuries with thick whitewashed walls designed to double as a refuge during pirate raids. The surrounding ethnographic museum and panoramic views make the short climb worthwhile.
Tips for Religious Sites
- Dress modestly — shoulders and knees covered — for entry to active churches.
- The cathedral's small treasury museum has a separate, modest entry fee.