After lunch we headed up into the Dalt Vila. The walls were built during the reign of Felipe II. The construction began in 1554 and took 40
years to complete, under the direction of an Italian engineer, Juan Bautista Calvi. The finished construction is one of only two completely walled cities of this style, Malta being the other.It is utterly impossible for me to post all the pictures we took in Dal Vila. Ralph took over 50 and I took my share as well. Every turn presents another beautiful shot.
To visit Dalt Vila – which looks manageable in the flat representation in the guide book – is to walk up and turn and walk up, and turn, and up, and up and up. We are happy to report that we all made it without problem - although Jibe did get some help on the way down. One some how reaches the top of the walls to find and impressive view
of the harbor and the sea and to briefly enjoy a refreshing breeze, before attempting the downward trek, over polished stones, trying to imagine which of the winding streets will take you back to the gate. 
Dalt Vila is not just an historic monument – it is a living city, with academies, art galleries, restaurants, shops and many, many homes – many of which are available for sale or rent.
We treated ourselves to an ice cream after leaving Dalt Vila, walked several blocks back to our car and set out for Santa Eularia des Riu.
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