Can you feel the tranquility radiating from Capelleta 2? This small, modernist chapel nestled between Sóller and Fornalutx is a haven of peace. Capelleta 2, also known as Capella de Santa Maria de l’Olivar des Fenàs, was inaugurated in 1917. It serves as a tribute to the iconic cave of Our Lady of Lourdes. Capelleta 2’s design evokes the spirit of Antoni Gaudí, with its irregular, overlapping stones creating an artistic exterior. The chapel’s interior, illuminated by natural light filtering through columned walls, reveals a stalactite cave. Within this serene space, figures of Mary and Santa Bernadeta (Bernadette Soubirous of Lourdes) stand in quiet reverence. Capelleta 2 is lovingly maintained by the Augustinian order. Their monastery, the Santuari de Santa Maria de l’Olivar des Fenàs, stands nearby. This monastery, built in 1944 thanks to donations from Sóller’s elite, is a testament to the community’s faith. While you can’t physically enter Capelleta 2, the view through the main portal allows you to appreciate the beauty within. Capelleta 2 has become a beloved destination for hikers and cyclists, drawn to its unique charm and peaceful atmosphere.
Palma de Mallorca Airport
Across the tarmac, the heat shimmers above Palma de Mallorca Airport. This isn’t just an airport. It’s a pulsating hub,