Mercat del Claustre (Cloister Market), Mahon
Cloister Market, also known locally as Sa Pla莽a, is one of Mahon鈥檚 most charming market spaces, offering a fusion of history, local flavor, and community energy. Housed within the cloisters of a former Carmelite convent, the market鈥檚 architecture lends it an atmospheric backdrop: stone arcades, open courtyards, and graceful arches.
Inside, you鈥檒l find a lively mix of stalls and shops offering everything from fresh produce, meats, and cheeses to local crafts, clothing, and island specialties. On the ground floor, vendors of fruits and vegetables, charcuterie, floral stalls, and gastronomic treats edge the cloistered walkways. Below, a supermarket provides everyday convenience.
Yet the Cloister Market is also a cultural hub. The central courtyard often hosts outdoor concerts, performances, and community events. On the upper floors, exhibitions and spaces for artistic and municipal uses are woven into the structure鈥檚 adaptive reuse.
Inside, you鈥檒l find a lively mix of stalls and shops offering everything from fresh produce, meats, and cheeses to local crafts, clothing, and island specialties. On the ground floor, vendors of fruits and vegetables, charcuterie, floral stalls, and gastronomic treats edge the cloistered walkways. Below, a supermarket provides everyday convenience.
Yet the Cloister Market is also a cultural hub. The central courtyard often hosts outdoor concerts, performances, and community events. On the upper floors, exhibitions and spaces for artistic and municipal uses are woven into the structure鈥檚 adaptive reuse.
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Mercat del Claustre (Cloister Market) on Map
Sight Name: Mercat del Claustre (Cloister Market)
Sight Location: Mahon, Spain (See walking tours in Mahon)
Sight Type: Shopping
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Sight Location: Mahon, Spain (See walking tours in Mahon)
Sight Type: Shopping
Guide(s) Containing This Sight:
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Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 1.8 Km or 1.1 Miles
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 1.8 Km or 1.1 Miles