Monday, 16 July

Rent a villa in Pollensa and live la Patrona with Portvil, specialists in holiday rentals

The north of Mallorca is an idyllic enclave to rent a villa in during summer. The versatile geography of this island offers breath taking landscapes in the Serra de Tramuntana, the most cosmopolitan sensations in Palma, the rural atmosphere in the inland towns and the crystal clear waters of various beaches along the coast. If we also add the possibility of being able to enjoy the history and traditions of its people, the experience is only multiplied. One of the most important dates on the Pollensan calendar is la Patrona, its quintessential celebration. At Portvil, holiday rental specialists, we want to explain what la Patrona is and why you should rent a villa in Pollensa during these dates.

La Patrona of Pollensa: Joan Mas against Dragut

La Patrona is the most eagerly awaited moment of the year for many Pollensans. It is a celebration which goes back to one of the most significant moments in the towns history. In 1550 Pollensa was attacked by Dragut, one of the most feared characters of the Ottoman privateers. A total of 1500 moors invaded the streets of Pollensa in order to conquer this strategic Mediterranean point. Joan Mas led the Pollensan resistance. He went out on to the streets and during his calls to alert he called upon the patron saint, la Mare de Déu dels Àngels, so that the men be given the strength to defeat the pirates. After a bloody battle, Joan Mas along with the help of his neighbours, managed to defeat Dragut and to protect the city of Pollensa.

Rent a villa in Pollensa with Portvil and make the most of its history and traditions

Since 1860, Pollensans have commemorated this battle and given their thanks to Joan Mas and his men’s achievement through a simulation of the battle. Every year on the 2^nd of August, the town of Pollensa dresses in white to fight and defend themselves against the 1500 moors who furiously attack this marvellous town in the north of Mallorca. After riling up the people of Pollensa, Joan Mas, who each year is reincarnated in to a different person and voted for democratically, comes face to face with Dragut which instantly unravels emotions and tears amongst the spectators. At Portvil, the holiday rental specialists, we want to encourage all those who want to rent a villa in Pollensa to do so during these dates and to enjoy and appreciate with their people this celebration that is so traditional and full of emotion, la Patrona. You will be able to head home from the battle whenever you like to recharge your batteries and to be able to carry on. Live la Patrona with Portvil, holiday rental specialists.