The Cathedral
This is, probably, the most distinctive landmark of Palma. The cathedral,
called la Seo by the Mallorquines, was constructed from 14th to 19th
century, and the highly creative Antoni Gaudí designed its interior in
20th century. Results are fascinating and original at the same time,
almost impossible to describe with words. Most outstanding are perhaps the
Puerta del Mirador, a door towards the sea created by architect Guillen
Sagrera, and, in the interior, the chapels Capilla Real and Capilla de la
Trinidad, as well as the museum with masterworks specially of the Baroque
epoch.
La Almudaina
The "Royal Palace", constructed over the remains of the Muslim Alcazar,
was the residence of the early kings.
La
Lonja (photo - right)
Perhaps one of the most outstanding examples of Gothic civil architecture
in all the Mediterranean area, with a great facade and fantastic interior.
It was built by Guillem Sagrera and is used today as Museum of Arts.
Consulado del Mar
Close to "La Lonja", with an outstanding Renaissance gallery of 17th
century. Today this building is the seat of the autonomous government.
Paseo del Borne
The heart of the historical center, and one of the most lively streets in
town. At both sides it is flanked by narrow medieval lanes as well as
elegant palaces of 19th century. The italian influence, very
characteristical for Mallorca in general, is remarkably evident here.
Between Cathedral and Plaza de Cort
Here you will find several great palaces, as the ones of Colom,
Villalonga, Oleo, Truyols, Oleza, the Archiepiscopal Palais, the church
Iglesia de San Francisco and the Arabian Baths, one of very few remains of
the Moorish epoch at Mallorca.
Plaza de Cort
Here are located the Ayuntamiento, town hall, with its outstanding 17th
century facade, and the Gothic church Iglesia de Santa Catalina.
El Puig de San Pere
Located behind "La Lonja", this is another old quarter of town that is
well worth a visit. Of particular interest are the church Iglesia de Santa
Cruz, of 14th century with a 13th century crypt, the Palacio de
Montenegro, Casa Weyler and Casa Belloto.
Around Plaza Mayor
La Rambla and Avenida de Jaime III are two important shopping streets with
beautiful buildings, as Casa Berga (today the province's court of law)
with its impressive Baroque balcony. Calle del Sindicato was the seat of
the medieval committees.
Castillo de Bellver
A fortress located on top of a hill close to the historical center, built
by Peré Salvá during the Gothic epoch. Its elegant appearance almost makes
forget that it was originally constructed to defend Mallorca's inhabitants
from their enemies. In its interior there is a museum with a valuable
collection of pieces of classical antiquity.
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The Cathedral
La
Lonja (photo - right)
Castillo de Bellver
