Visitors to the taula site at Talatí de Dalt can explore the Stonehenge-like monuments, along with ruins of ancient Talaiotic homes and a set of burial caves. For those looking to see more taulas, there are some 35 of these stone megaliths scattered across the island, a dozen of them intact. The structures get their name from the Catalan word for “table,” as they often feature flat, table-like tops. They’re found nowhere else in the Balearic Islands.
These stone megaliths are a must-see for history buffs and first-time visitors.
Wear sturdy shoes suitable for walking over uneven surfaces, as the taulas occupy rough terrain.
Don’t forget to wear sun protection when visiting the monuments; most offer little in the way of shade.
The best way to visit the Taulas of Menorca is by driving or taking a taxi from Maó. Few of the sites are accessible by public transportation.
The taulas are always accessible, though they’re at their most atmospheric (and photogenic) just after sunrise and just before sunset.
Researchers aren’t sure of the significance of these rock formations. Some say they have religious implications, while others suggest they might have been used for scientific purposes, and others hypothesize these rocks were part of the support system of ancient buildings. One of the best-supported theories interprets the taulas as being aligned with lunar movements.