Balearic Islands
archipelago in the Mediterranean Sea
The Balearic Islands (officially and in Catalan Illes Balears) are an autonomous community of Spain, formed by the Balearic Islands province. The main Balearic islands are Mallorca (also called in English Majorca), Minorca, Eivissa or Ibiza, and Formentera. The capital is Palma de Mallorca, and other cities are Mahon, Ibiza, Inca, Ciutadella, and Calvia.
Balearic Islands
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Anthem: La Balanguera | |
![]() Location of the Balearic Islands east of mainland Spain | |
Coordinates: 39°30′N 3°00′E / 39.500°N 3.000°ECoordinates: 39°30′N 3°00′E / 39.500°N 3.000°E | |
Country | Spain |
Capital | Palma de Mallorca |