A stillness hangs in the air, doesn’t it? Here at Cap de Barbaria, it feels as if time itself is holding its breath. This isn’t just a dramatic landscape, it’s a journey back millennia. Cap de Barbaria is a portal to Formentera’s ancient soul, a place where history whispers from the stones themselves. The name might sound a little intimidating, ‘Cape of the Barbarians’, a reminder of the island’s history as a target for pirates and raiders. Yet there’s a stark beauty here that draws you in. The landscape is almost lunar, a tapestry of rugged cliffs, scrubland, and the endless expanse of the Mediterranean. But don’t let the rugged exterior fool you. Hidden amongst the rocks and earth are remnants of a time long past. Cap de Barbaria I, a megalithic circle dating back to the second millennium BC, lies hidden in this landscape. Imagine, these weathered stones have stood witness to the rise and fall of civilizations. They’ve felt the footsteps of ancient peoples, heard their languages, and witnessed their rituals. This is a place where you can almost feel the pulse of history beneath your feet.
Cap de Barbaria I
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