Panorama taken from Bastion Santa Lucia of Dalt Vila in Ibiza. The picture shows a panoramic view over the Ibiza harbour and the modern town of Ibiza as it stretches around the bay. It clearly demonstrates the defensive location of Dalt Vila. The cathedral and castle stand out on the top of the hill.

Dalt Vila - Bastion Santa Lucia - Ibiza visitor guide showing a virtual tour of 'Dalt Vila - Bastion Santa Lucia' linked to an interactive map with local and travel information. 360° panoramas from Balearic Islands.

Dalt Vila (Upper Town) was founded in the 6th century BC when the Phoenicians moved here from their settlement in sa Caleta. Many of the buildings and the walls of the current fortifications date from the Renaissance period of the 16th century, built on the orders of King Felipe II. This gave good protection to Ibiza Harbour and Ibiza (Eivissa) town, guarding the main entrance point to Ibiza island.

Today, Dalt Vila (D'alt Vila) is an important tourist attraction. It is surrounded by high walls and 7 bastions, each with commanding, panoramic views over the surrounding area. Bastion Santa Lucia is on the northeast corner of Dalt Vila with views over the harbour and east towards Cala Talamanca.

Dalt Vila was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1999. The narrow lanes are full of boutique shops and restaurants, with museums and other important buildings clustered around the Cathedral Square.

Information Office
Plaza Dalt Vila 3
07800 Ibiza, Spain
Phone: 971 305 524

One of five gates from Eixample district of Ibiza town.