The fortress of medicine in the heart of the Port of Mahón
The Lazaretto of Mahón became operational in 1817, with Menorca already under Spanish domination. The lazaret was to be a gigantic quarantine island, a first line of defense against the diseases that at that time plagued the Mediterranean Sea. This immense construction had a circular chapel in the center, five watchtowers, 141 rooms, 7 warehouses, 49 kitchens ... Would you like to know more?
Tickets for the visit to Lazareto can be purchased at the tourist information offices in Mahón or Ciudadela. There are different rates, depending on the age or social group of the visitors. For more information, please consult its official site.
