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With a small population of under 3000, and a rural location in the centre of the island, one would not expect much from Sineu. It does, however, have much to be proud of. Sineu, an agricultural hilltop town, has over 1000 year of history; and draws visitors for its shows of tradition and rustic charm.
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A palace was built here in 1309, and hosted Spanish royalty on many occasions. Furthermore, the old hospital is said to be the oldest rural hospital on the island. Sineu’s allure, however, does not remain in the past. Every wednesday a market attracts visitors from further afar, displaying a wide range of local produce, and being the only market in Mallorca to sell livestock animals. Market day in Sineu is a real experience, bringing a buzz to a tranquil and traditional town.
Sineu is also known for traditional cuisine, with various ‘cellers’ (typical mallorcan restaurants) boasting excellent reputations. Local favourites of Lechona, roasted pork, and paletilla de cordero, a lamb thigh dish, are homely culinary delights. Around the main square are various cafes and other charming shops- all fitting with Sineu’s authentic allure. Property for sale in Majorca, with a blend of true tradition and a buzzing atmoshphere, is difficult to find anywhere other than Sineu.
Celebrations are frequent in Sineu, with various annual fiestas creating wonderful atmospheres. In January locals celebrate Sant Antoni with bonfires and music, whilst in April there is the Fest de Sant Marc- a unique and captivating occasion. The Summer months present perhaps the most joyous moments of the year, with August a month-long celebration of varying styles of live music and dance. It is in these months that having decided on buying a house for sale in Mallorca will be most glaringly satisfying.
For a traditional and rural town, yet with an active community and frequent buzz, Sineu is perhaps the best on the island. Many have fallen in love with the wednesday market, local cuisine and regular celebrations of traditional life.
