17/07/2024
Handcrafts from Mallorca: Siurells!.
Siurells are handmade clay figures, that after firing are painted in white and finished with scattered red and green brush strokes. They are native and unique to Mallorca and they represent characters, myths and legends from the island.
The word Siurell means whistle and this is because every Siurell features a small whistle used traditionally by shepherds to call their animals and by children to play. It is also believed that the whistle was used as a form of protection from the strong Mediterranean winds.
Their origin is unknown but similar handcrafts have been found in other parts of the Mediterranean such as Crete and Cyprus.
We have been including Mallorca in our private and fully personalized trips to Spain for a few years now and amongst other immersive and creative experiences in the island, we organize Siurell-making and painting workshops with local artisans so our guests make and take their own souvenir from Mallorca, enjoying interaction with the local community and contributing to preserve their traditions, arts and crafts alive.
If you are planning to visit Mallorca and Spain and would like to have an experienced, creative, respectful and well-connected travel planner to design your trip following your preferences and expectations, get in touch with us!
https://genuineandalusia.com/
