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Resort of Soller situated in the North West of Mallorca
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Situated in the North West of Mallorca, Soller is a picturesque market town in the heart of the Serra de Tramuntana mountains in the lush Valley of the Oranges.
The crisp mountain air and architectural buildings make this a popular place for tourists.
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Soller-pronounced soyair- can be reached either by road or using the popular "Mountain Express" vintage train. The train itself with it's vintage carriages is worth the journey in itself, the journey taking you through the mountains with fantastic views of orange and olive orchards.
Shopping in Soller is excellent and there are numerous local businesses offering local cuisine, pottery, pearls and other souvenirs.
The town of Soller has two museums as well as other places of interest, including Saint Bartholomew, the parish church, and a botanical gardens.
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Map of Soller and the Port of Soller in Mallorca
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Things to see and do in Soller
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- Saint Bartholomew: Parish church.
- De la Sang Church: Neo-classical temple.
- Casal de Cultura: small museum and garden.
- Museum of Natural Sciences of the Balearic Islands and Sóller Botanic Garden : Science museum and botanical garden.
- Santa Caterina d'Alexandria's Museum : Oratory.
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There are several trails available for those who like to walk and the climate is ideal for this, especially in the spring and autumn months.
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Port of Soller, Mallorca
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The journey to the Port of Soller, about 3km. away, can be enjoyed using the "Orange Express". This is an antique tram which was imported from San Francisco.
The port has two beaches, one which runs alongside the tramway and the second, Platja d'en Repic, which is by the promenade and normally quieter.
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The tram runs along the promenade along the large curve of the main bay.
Both beaches have the usual sunbeds, sunshades and pedalos for hire.
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