Magaluf Excursions: Monastery de Lluc

Although, the presence of this monastery can be traced back to 18th Century, people have been making pilgrimages, here, since the 13th Century. The site was originally a pagan spiritual site and also pre-historic locals visited the caves here to offer their gratitude to the Goodness. The ancient ritual can be experienced by collaborating with professional tour operators. The monastery gained enormous reverence when local monks concocted a story, which suggested that a holy statue was found here, by a local lad called Lluc.

The shrine here is of The Lady of Lluc, the 'Maroneta’ or 'little brown lady,' so-named due her brown colour. The monastery’s most important offering is its basilica, which you will find tucked away in the rear of the main complex. The great Gaudi was commissioned to renovate the basilica and is considered one of his most soulful works. Near the monastery is also a museum where you can spend a few hours. If you arrive in spring, the monastery’s horticultural patch is also a splendid sight. A good viewpoint is a short walk up from a path called the Cami des Misteris. From here, tourists love clicking the views of Albarca valley and the monastery.

On your journey up to the monastery you might have seen countless oak and cypress trees. They are the inspiration behind the monastery’s name. “Lucus,” you see, is Latin for “hallowed wood.” How apt, as everything here is nothing short of holy and spiritual.

The monastery is within driving distance from Magaluf as it is located between Soller and Pollenca. Clear directions pave the way and tourists from Magaluf will find it easy to spot. But a lot of tourists who do not prefer to drive themselves can opt for an organized group tour and chartered bus.