Mahón (historically known as Port Mahon in English; ), officially and in Catalan Maó (; formerly spelled Mahó), is the capital and second largest city of the island of Menorca, Spain. The city is located on the eastern coast of the island, which is part of the archipelago and autonomous community of the Balearic Islands.
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Maó is the capital and second-largest city of Menorca, an island in Spain's Balearic archipelago, located on the island's eastern coast. It is historically significant as a major settlement in the region and serves as the administrative center for the island.
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Mahón (historically known as Port Mahon in English; ), officially and in Catalan Maó (; formerly spelled Mahó), is the capital and second largest city of the island of Menorca, Spain. The city is located on the eastern coast of the island, which is part of the archipelago and autonomous community of the Balearic Islands.
Mahón has one of the longest natural harbours in the world: long and up to wide. The water is deep but remains mostly clear due to the port's enclosed nature. Mayonnaise is considered to have originated in Mahón.