Here we go!

 

The charm of derelict places

 

 

 

The ruined oratory of a large country house near Sant Lluis.

Ophrys Speculum

Just found a long time looking for orchid. Ophrys Speculum.

A terrestrial orchid up to 25 cm tall and each inflorescence carries between 2 and 8 large flowers. The plants often grow in groups. In bright sunshine the flowers are highly visible as the light reflects off the speculum in the centre of the lip – it is a bright iridescent purple/blue in colour and very glossy.

Water

 

Since ancient times water has been a problem in Menorca. The Mediterranean climate alternates rainy seasons with persistent droughts and since prehistoric times, man has had to manage to get his supply of water for consumption and irrigation.

 

 

Most of the Talayotic villages are in the southern zone, where it is easier to get water. 

The ease of obtaining water in a dry and rocky terrain such as our island, has configured the human settlement in Menorca. The vast majority of settlements are in the southern area where it is easier to get it.

Cave used since the ancient times to store water.

Ruins of the Church of Sant Joan de Carbonell. This town, located close to the road to Fornells, was abandoned during the 19th century due to the lack of water on the ground.

Some types of artifact to extract water.