Talatí de Dalt - Talayotic settlement

Ancient Monuments
Eastern Menorca
Mahon - Mao, Menorca
The archaeological area of Talatí de Dalt is one of the most emblematic on the island.

The archaeological area of Talatí de Dalt is one of the most emblematic on the island, due to both its good state of conservation and its unusual taula.It consists of a talayotic settlement with its necropolis of artificial caves. It has preserved some important monuments and structures like caves (where burials and funerary rites were held), the taula sanctuary, sections of wall, talayotic houses, and several chambers with columns and stone roofs. This is a medium-sized settlement, which in its heyday accommodated nearly a hundred people. Their community must have consisted of livestock breeders and farmers, to judge from the pottery and animal remains found. Its use continued until the Muslim era.

Access:

Access is from the main Me-1 road from Maó to Ciutadella. At kilometre 4 the road changes direction and the rural path of Cotaina starts. 200 metres from the entrance is the parking site and access to the site.

Road signs to site.

Open to the general public.

Parking:

Yes. Parking with capacity for 10 cars and 1 minibus.

Visits:

Opening hours

January to April - every day - free access

May to October - every day - 10 to 20 h

November and December - every day - free access

Prices

General - 4 euros

Retired persons - 3 euros.

Under 12s - free access

Information panels on site.

Photos

Location

Eastern Menorca Mahon - Mao, Menorca

Hours

January to April - every day - free access
May to October - every day - 10 to 20 h
November and December - every day - free access