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The Almond Blossom in Mallorca

For a few days now, the first almond trees have begun to unfold their pink and white blossoms - a truly wonderful winter scenery here on Mallorca. 

It is probably one of the most beautiful seasons on the island, attracting and delighting many nature lovers from all over the world. 
The almond blossom is a symbol of bravery and courage, purity, hope, and love. From Greek mythology, the almond blossom is a symbol of eternal true love, unconquerable by death. 
Almond trees can be found almost all over the island, The almond blossom on the east coast and the interior of the island is especially lush.
Between Porto Colom and Cala Millor, you will find a variety of attractive photo opportunities. Hundreds of thousands of almond trees are also in full bloom at the end of January in the south and southeast. The first buds open in the region around Llucmajor, in the south of Mallorca, followed by the inland regions. North of Palma de Mallorca, Marratxi, Selva and Lloseta are home to a fascinating array of flowers. In the southwest of the island, it is worth taking a trip to the region of Sóller or Andratx to enjoy the magical colors.
There are several million almond trees all over the island, enriching the island's nature with their delicate fragrance and a multitude of blossoms. It is an experience for all the senses, as many almond farmers have expanded their traditional harvest to include products such as almond liqueur, almond blossom honey, almond oil and even cosmetics with almond additives.
You can usually experience the splendor of the blossoms all over the island until the beginning of March, enveloping the landscape like Mallorcan snow. During a relaxed walk or hike, you will find many photo motives of the beautiful abundance of blossoms. The pink flowers indicate that it is a bitter almond and the white flowers represent a sweet almond.