Algaida

02Geography

Algaida is situated approximately 22 km from Palma along the main highway to Manacor. The area is characterized by six small mountains, with Puig de Randa being the most prominent at an elevation of 543 m. The region experiences rainfall throughout the year, with July being the driest month.

Highest point

Puig de Randa (543 m)

Driest month

July

Average rainfall in July

12.5 L/m2

Heaviest rainfall (24-hour period)

97 L/m2 on 17 September 1943

03History

The name Algaida derives from the Arabic term al-gaida, meaning 'the Base'. The municipality includes the communities of Algaida, Pina, and Randa, with its first recorded mention dating back to 1232.

• First recorded mention 1232
• Communities included Algaida, Pina, Randa

Algaida is a municipality in southeast Mallorca, renowned for its scenic beauty and cultural landmarks.

04Main Sights

Algaida is home to several significant religious sites, particularly on Puig de Randa, which features three sanctuaries: the Santuario de Nuestra Señora de Gracia, the Santuario de Sant Honorat, and the Santuario Nuestra Señora de Cura. The town also boasts cultural landmarks such as the Gordiola glass-blowing factory and various windmills.

• Santuario de Nuestra Señora de Gracia 15th-century hermitage
• Santuario de Sant Honorat 14th-century sanctuary
• Santuario Nuestra Señora de Cura Franciscan hermitage since 1275
• Gordiola glass factory Oldest glass blower's in Mallorca
• Church of the Immaculada Located in Randa
• Parish church of Sants Cosme i Damià Located in Pina
• Osborne bull Promotional black bull on main road to Manacor