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Montuïri is a municipality located in the Pla de Mallorca region of Mallorca, characterized by its agricultural history and Mediterranean landscape. The town is situated north of the Palma-Manacor road, surrounded by small hills and valleys, and has transitioned from an agricultural community to one focused on services due to tourism.
Montuïri showcases the typical landscape of the Pla de Mallorca, featuring small hills and valleys. The municipality is divided into two distinct geographical areas: the northern and eastern lands with the Sierra del Fonoi, and the central, southwestern, and western plains surrounding the town, which were once marshy.
Montuïri was established as a royal town in 1300, according to the charter granted by King Jaime II of Mallorca. Over the centuries, it has evolved from a primarily agricultural community to one that now relies heavily on the service sector.
Montuïri, a municipality in Mallorca, features a rich agricultural history and a Mediterranean landscape.
Historically, Montuïri was an agricultural village, with most residents engaged in farming. However, since the 1960s, the rise of tourism led to a decline in agricultural activities, prompting many locals to seek employment in Palma de Mallorca or Manacor.
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