Palma, the beautiful and dynamic metropolitan capital of Mallorca, has an immense diversity to offer. Magnificent medieval buildings such as the pompous Cathedral, La Seo, which rises high above the roof tops overlooking the harbour of Palma with all its grand yachts and fishing boats, Palacio de Almudaina, once a Moorish palace, and then the Christian kings residence, or La Lonja, the old trade centre, converted into an exhibition centre.
The old town of Palma, with a myriad of narrow streets, is gradually being restored, and what used to be dark and damp alleys are now safe historical grounds. Palma also offers splendid gardens with fountains and El Paseo Maritimo, the wide, paved promenade with its impressive palm trees, which runs along the whole bay.
The modern Palma has a wide range of exquisite shopping areas, and restaurants with cuisine from all over the world and a bar life which covers a twenty-four hour taste. Palma is a city you cannot but love and no doubt will return to.
Points of interest: Palma Cathedral, Bellver Castle, La Lonja, The Génova Caves, Pilar and Joan Miró Foundation, Es Baluard, Sa Nostra Cultural Centre.
