LIVE LOCAL FORMENTERA
By Maria Mayans, hostess of Hostal Aigua Clara
The dry fish tradition in Formentera
The ancient tradition of dry fish in Formentera originated as an ingenious solution to conserve fish for longer periods, allowing its shipment to the peninsula and consumption during the winter seasons when fishing was risky.
This practice involved the selection of fish such as stingrays and kites, which were cleaned, salted and left to dry in the sun to preserve them. Beyond its initial function, dried fish became a distinctive ingredient in local cuisine, highlighting the deep connection between the island and the sea and preserving Formentera’s cultural identity over the centuries.
The fig trees: the emblematic tree of the island
Did you know that fig trees are the emblematic tree of Formentera? One of the most iconic and photographed fig trees on the island stands majestically at kilometer 9 on the main road, highlighting the cultural and aesthetic importance these tree figures have acquired in the landscape identity of Formentera.
This meticulous care not only preserves the health of the trees, but also creates a unique stamp that has turned these fig trees into an iconic element of the island.
The paradise of Cavall d’en Borràs
Cavall d’en Borràs beach, located at the first entrance to the Salinas de Eivissa and Formentera Natural Park, displays its charm with turquoise waters. Although it is less known than its neighbor, the famous beach of Illetes, Cavall d’en Borràs does not spare in wild beauty.
This heavenly corner has won the hearts of visitors by offering the best of Formentera’s distinctive landscape without straying too far from the port. Its crystal clear waters invite you to swim, while the harmonious mix of sand and posidonia underlines the authenticity of this beach
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Atte. Maria Mayans Tur.
