On one of our first days in Menorca, we visited an abandoned quarry that had been given back to nature. Well, abandoned by humans, that is. The air was full of birdsong, and everywhere you could see sparrows, pigeons, and other birds scurrying about. It had become an oasis, close to the big city. The remains that pointed to the history of the oasis gave it a special atmosphere. So did the patterns in the walls, where people spent years cutting away stone.
Menorca. A relatively unknown destination. It is the least touristy of the Balearic Islands, with Ibiza and Mallorca its better-known sister islands. Menorca is quiet, and wonderfully Mediterranean with beautiful nature. Precisely because the island is less well known than the others, Menorca has more of a sense of adventure, something wild. You can hike beautifully, especially along the Cami de Cavalls, a former patrol route that runs all along the island's coastline. Each stretch of coast takes you into a completely different world. The variety is truly enjoyable, and it doesn't stop with the coast. The inland is also varied and beautiful. A very successful, adventurous holiday, which yielded beautiful photos!
Passion for photography, where does something like that come from? The beauty is that every photographer will have their own answer. For me it flows out of being able to freeze a moment, step out of the day-to-day rush, and take my time for what I am.. Read more…