Many places around the world have a clear interest in their curiosities and eccentricities, however, few places will do it like the islet of It's Vedra Ibiza.
The island of Es Vedra Ibiza is full of mysterious and really cool stuff. It is nothing more than a small island 400 meters high that is close to the Balearic Islands, a few kilometers from Ibiza. Together with Es Vedranell and els Illots they make up the Balearic Islands Nature Reserve Park.
For to access Es Vedra Ibiza islet must have a specific permit and can only be accessed by sea. Some sailboats They have the permissive to approach and you will not have many problems to access.
Places of interest near es vedra
It is Vedrá
In short, nothing can better represent an interesting experience like Es Vedrá. The mystery that surrounds him, legends that abound, its giant size and the striking pyramidal shape, make it one of the most renowned tourist symbols of the Balearic Islands.
Many visit the Balearic Islands just with the aim of seeing this islet and knowing the mysterious y legends that surround it. In fact, various stories, tales, data, testimonies and a myriad of elements are known that identify this final destination as one of the most striking of all.
Spanish culture honors what Es Vedra It represents. Some artists capture the importance of . in their works or identify scenes of great mystery such as the environment that surrounds this incredible place.
The islet represents one of the elements of greatest interest for the protection of thousands of species that make life in this magnificent A natural space. Fauna and vegetation are important aspects in Es Vedra, which is why it is known as one of the most interesting natural reserves. Much of this is what makes access severely limited. However, various organizations of research projects. they make constant visits to study the ecosystem of the place and determine strategies to improve it.
It is not possible to find in Vedra Ibiza No restaurant and in the same way it is not possible to find the Vedra Ibiza hotel since in this area there are no buildings of any kind.
From the southwest area of the island of Ibiza we have the gazebo towards Es Vedra Ibiza, with spectacular views of the sunset and sunset.
The mysteries in Es Vedrá
One of the most interesting aspects of this island is the amount of mysterious that are encapsulated between their sides. There are thousands of hearsay, legends and stories in which they define this island as a unique and magical place where the locals affirm that they have maintained otherworldly connections in this island.
It is also believed that hidden generations have lived, it was once believed to see a sighting missing link and even close encounters with Ghosts and endless stories that abound among those who have great affection for this small island. Many people claim to have seen UFOs in Es Vedra. Some of the legends of Vedrà Ibiza:
- The man in the grotto: many of the boatmen tell this story, it narrates the appearance of a man who lives in a cave but that nobody has ever seen when exploring it, it is believed to be the life of a hermit who long ago lived in the caves of Vedra to to meditate.
- Appearances: the father palau, who adorned the island's cliff with an iron cross, wrote in his memoirs:
"The sea was peaceful, the air was very soft, the sky somewhat covered by some dark clouds, the moon in a crescent ... And I saw a shadow coming in front of me ... the figure was white like moonlight ... The moment I arrived the heavens were opened, and in the radiant light of the sun I saw who it was in front of me, the mountain was filled with the glory of God "
It looks like a sighting divine of the presence of God, however it is also believed that there is a specific rock in which you can see how someone jumps into the sea almost every night.
Vegetation of Es Vedrá
It is important to note that one of the vegetations of greatest importance in the Balearic Islands. Despite their environment that are constantly subjected to saline influences from the sea, strong air currents and a lack of soils conducive to the conception of some speciesThis does not define a negative factor for the reproduction of species of incredible interest due to their eccentricity and capacity for reproduction in difficult environments.
In addition to some specimens endemic, the types of vegetables that exist are different:
- Silene Hyfasensis
- Limonium pseudoebusitanum
- woodruff paui
- Sallow Medicago
- Diplotaxis ibicensis
- Lamottea Dianae
There are also a number of singular species that do not stand out in a great way due to their lack of presence on the islet, however they represent are object of study for their spontaneous reproduction, some of them are:
- Shrubby Lletrera (Euphorbia dendroides)
- Smiths
Fauna of Es Vedrá
It should be noted the importance of this island for great diversity of species that make life or are part of the Vedra ecosystem. A wide variety of birds, lizards and various representatives of the invertebrate kingdom boast of the capacities that this place possesses to generate environments conducive to these species.
Es Vedrá is an island scene of reproductive processes of birds maritime that nest in its cliffs. It is also one of the routes chosen by several specimens for their migration.
One of the species in protection, the lizard, also makes life Pitiusa or blue lizard (podarcis pityusensis). This species is still one of the endemic species of Es Vedra.
It is known of the existence of some mammals like goats and sheep in the area. However, a government premise has made them disappear in favor of the preservation of the primitive vegetation of the islet. Today it is difficult to find any.
The hippy paradise of Es Vedrá
In the 60s, the Spanish hippy scene enjoyed these islets for retreats spiritual and energy connection sessions.
In this way they made Es Vedrá a misanthropic place, where nowadays it is easy to observe people. meditating. It is common to find interesting formations in the land of those practicing ancestors who emulated a universal connection with the astros.
There are several movements on the island with inhabitants offering workshops of spiritual connections, relaxation or self-control. Elements posed by those who live "life without ties", who manage to uninhibit the physical of the spiritual.
Another of the activities present in these nomad camps is the yoga, being the most striking activity. Using some background cliffs and the sea Mediterranean type, make this experience a great adventure.
It is Vedrá, private property?
The islet is private, however there is nothing to worry about beyond obtaining the permission visiting. The islet belongs to families Ibizan descendants of the initial conquerors, although there is no house in Es Vedra.
However it works as a medium touristIt is enough to pay the fee to the boatmen who have permission to disembark.
It is not something established for the benefit of the owners of the islet, but as a . cultural and natural. The proceeds are used for the care, repairs and improvements of the maritime service of Ibiza.
Obtaining such permission is not difficult. Many sailors have permission to approach these parts and maintain authorship to offer them a little tour. It is enough to pay a few euros.
Mirador Es Vedra how to get there
By car
From Cala d'Hort Ibiza by car, from San Antonio or Santa Eulalia towards San José by road PM-803-1.
Boat
Since the only way to access the islet is to use a ship a Es Vedra. There are companies of Services that offer service from the city of Ibiza.
