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    <title><![CDATA[Ara Balears in English - BIC]]></title>
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      <title><![CDATA[The weaving of tongues, declared an intangible cultural heritage asset: "It is a Mallorcan symbol"]]></title>
      <link><![CDATA[https://en.arabalears.cat/culture/the-tela-llengues-declared-an-intangible-cultural-heritage-asset-it-is-mallorcan-symbol_1_5712867.html]]></link>
      <description><![CDATA[<p><img src="https://static1.ara.cat/clip/357ca2a7-9b78-4cdd-94d6-faa0d9813ad9_16-9-aspect-ratio_default_0.jpg" /></p><p>The Consell de Mallorca has declared the traditional production technique of 'tela de lenguas' (fabric of languages) as Intangible Cultural Heritage (Bicim), with the aim of protecting, preserving, and guaranteeing the continuity of this living heritage deeply rooted in Mallorcan identity.</p>]]></description>
      <dc:creator><![CDATA[ARA Balears]]></dc:creator>
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      <pubDate><![CDATA[Mon, 20 Apr 2026 11:35:08 +0000]]></pubDate>
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      <media:title><![CDATA[The Consell de Mallorca declares the traditional technique for the production of "tela de llengües" as an intangible cultural heritage asset]]></media:title>
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      <subtitle><![CDATA[The traditional ikat technique, documented since the 18th century, obtains official protection as living heritage of the island]]></subtitle>
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      <title><![CDATA[Formentera claims Es Campament as a symbol of heritage and historical memory]]></title>
      <link><![CDATA[https://en.arabalears.cat/culture/formentera-claims-the-camp-as-symbol-of-heritage-and-historical-memory_1_5561631.html]]></link>
      <description><![CDATA[<p><img src="https://static1.ara.cat/clip/901999b3-662b-412a-a5df-c375e18ea360_16-9-aspect-ratio_default_0.jpg" /></p><p>The Formentera Island Council has filed objections against the proposed law that seeks to repeal Law 2/2018, on democratic memory and recognition, highlighting in particular the importance of Es Campament, a Site of Cultural Interest (BIC), declared a historical site in 2014 by the Council. According to the document, Es Campament is the only remaining structure of a former prison camp on the island and one of the few such sites preserved in Spain. This unique status, recognized in the Formentera Cultural Heritage Catalogue, justifies its comprehensive protection and enhancement as a space of collective memory and historical interest. The Council warns that repealing the Law of Democratic Memory could jeopardize the institutional recognition of sites like Es Campament, which are essential for preserving the recent history and cultural identity of Formentera. Final court rulings, including that of the High Court of Justice of the Balearic Islands, uphold the declaration of Es Campament as a Site of Cultural Interest (BIC) and reject appeals against this protection. With this initiative, the Consell reaffirms its commitment to preserving the island's historical heritage and collective memory, highlighting Es Campament as a space for shared knowledge and remembrance. </p>]]></description>
      <dc:creator><![CDATA[ARA Balears]]></dc:creator>
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      <pubDate><![CDATA[Fri, 14 Nov 2025 12:48:36 +0000]]></pubDate>
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      <media:title><![CDATA[Es Campament, declared a historic place in 2014 by the Plenary of the Consell]]></media:title>
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      <subtitle><![CDATA[The Formentera Council has submitted objections to the proposed repeal of the Democratic Memory Law in order to protect the only remaining evidence of a former prison camp.]]></subtitle>
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      <title><![CDATA[The Mill of the Demons, the underground jewel at the gates of Palma that demands royal protection: "They prefer to see it destroyed"]]></title>
      <link><![CDATA[https://en.arabalears.cat/society/the-demons-mill-the-unique-underground-jewel-in-mallorca-that-demands-royal-protection-they-prefer-to-see-it-destroyed_1_5546083.html]]></link>
      <description><![CDATA[<p><img src="https://static1.ara.cat/clip/9d25b7c4-b1ba-4b42-b77d-f0d629549ac0_16-9-aspect-ratio_default_0.jpg" /></p><p>Located on the land adjacent to the Royal Monastery, the Demons' Mill is one of Mallorca's most significant hydraulic engineering works. Unlike the watermills typically used for grinding grain, which were usually built taking advantage of the terrain's topography, this one was constructed entirely by hand. Now, the current owners of this engineering marvel, led by Antoni Aguiló, are taking steps to promote its complete restoration and lament the lack of interest from the authorities.</p>]]></description>
      <dc:creator><![CDATA[Aina Vidal]]></dc:creator>
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      <pubDate><![CDATA[Thu, 30 Oct 2025 17:17:46 +0000]]></pubDate>
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      <media:title><![CDATA[Access to the buried room where the water fell and made the mill's blades move]]></media:title>
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      <subtitle><![CDATA[The owners are taking steps to recover one of the remaining jewels of hydraulic engineering in Mallorca and are requesting help from the Administration.]]></subtitle>
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      <title><![CDATA[Manacor City Council will purchase the hermitage of Santa Llúcia and the building attached to the cloister.]]></title>
      <link><![CDATA[https://en.arabalears.cat/society/manacor-city-council-will-purchase-the-hermitage-of-santa-llucia-and-the-building-attached-to-the-cloister_1_5444442.html]]></link>
      <description><![CDATA[<p><img src="https://static1.ara.cat/clip/e7f9c3e3-a84d-4bc6-93ff-b1a4e23663bc_16-9-aspect-ratio_default_0.jpg" /></p><p>The hermitage on Mount Santa Llúcia and the building attached to the convent of Sant Vicenç Ferrer have been transferred to public ownership for a total of €252,000. This was announced by Manacor City Council, which on Monday approved the incorporation of surplus funds totaling €1.9 million, which will finance several priority projects for the municipality.</p>]]></description>
      <dc:creator><![CDATA[Sebastià Vanrell]]></dc:creator>
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      <pubDate><![CDATA[Tue, 15 Jul 2025 12:49:47 +0000]]></pubDate>
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      <media:title><![CDATA[The Hermitage of Santa Lucia.]]></media:title>
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      <subtitle><![CDATA[It is a joint operation in accordance with the Dominican Fathers and of great importance for the conservation of the historical and cultural heritage of the municipality.]]></subtitle>
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