This article discusses a couple of beautiful places in Formentera: Es Calo and Es Pujols. The former is an old fishing village, and the later is a modern holiday resort. Es Calo was Formentera's main port for many years, before Port de La Savina became the main transport hub. It is handily placed for the folks in La Mola. In days gone by they would drop anchor, and then continue up the Roman road. The main products that were shipped from this port were wood, charcoal and sandstone, but these days the main trade is at the restaurants of Rafalet and Pascuals.
The beach at Es Calo is on the northern coastline which means it gets windy in the afternoons and is rocky. However, it is well worth visiting in the mornings and the neighboring beach of Ses Plagetes is small but stunning. The rocks attract a l lot of interesting fish so it is one of the best places to enjoy snorkeling.
Ses Plagetes is around five minutes from Es Calo. It offers white beaches, dunes that offer protection from the dunes, and stunning views of the La Mola cliffs.
Whilst Es Calo retains the charm of an old fishing port, Es Pujols has gone head first into becoming a mecca for tourists who love water sports. It has two white sand crescents and clear blue waters as far as the eye can see. There are islets that can be reached by walking or a gentle swim, and the disabled have access too. It is a beach with something for everyone.
Avenida Miramar and Passeig des Plameres are the main thoroughfares of Es Pujols, with each lined by market stalls in the evenings. There are plenty of local hand crafted goods to choose from, and it's a great atmosphere in which to do some shopping.
Another thing about Es Pujols is that it has tons of accommodation to choose from - the most on the island in fact. It is also the only place that has nightclubs that party on through to the early hours. I suggest that you take in club Xueno
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