Orient: Holiday Apartments and Holiday Homes

At the heart of Orient are Sant Jordi Square and the church. Narrow streets and rustic-looking buildings shape the village centre; the church dates from the 17th century and stands on the remains of an earlier oratory. This makes the village suitable for a stay with an interest in historic townscapes.

You can rent a holiday apartment in Orient.

Geographical Setting

Routes from Orient lead through the surrounding mountain landscape towards Alaró and Santa María.

Orient is a small settlement in the Serra de Tramuntana. The village lies at around 480 to 500 metres above sea level in an enclosed valley between limestone ridges.

History and Townscape

Orient has a preserved medieval layout and traditional architecture. In 2010, the historic centre was declared a historic complex of Cultural Interest.

Can Prunera, the Balearic Museum of Natural Sciences, the Frédéric Chopin and George Sand Museum, Platja de Repic, Monkey Park and Puig des Tossals Verds are located in the surrounding area of Orient.

Surroundings and Mountain Landscape

Puig d'Alaró and Puig de sa Rateta are located in the immediate surroundings of Orient.

Orient is surrounded by the Serra d’Alfàbia and Puig d’Alaró and is connected to mountain landscapes.

Exploring on Foot

Walking through Orient is a central way to experience the mountain landscape, historic architecture and village character.

Excursions from Orient include Salt des Freu, which is described as a natural waterfall amid oak, pine and olive woodland.

Cycling and Getting There

Once you have left Bunyola, there are no shops or other facilities along the route to Orient; necessary supplies should therefore be purchased before setting off.

Orient is part of a cycling route from Bunyola that climbs to Coll d’Honor and then descends into the village.

The approach from Bunyola follows a narrow country road with several hairpin bends; the descent to Orient can be technically challenging for cyclists.

For the next comparison within this selection of destinations: Palmanyola.

For the higher-level travel overview: Bunyola.