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Royal Palace of La Almudaina

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Location: Palma, Mallorca, Balearic Islands, Spain

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3. Fountain at Plaça de la Reina – Passeig de Sagrera loop from Son Costa - Son Fortesa

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Joachim

March 3, 2022

The Palacio Real de La Almudaina was originally an Arab fortress. The 20,000 square meter palace is used by the Spanish king as his official residence, and parts of it are open to the public.

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October 14, 2021

The 18m wide wall arch probably dates from the time of the Moorish occupation on Mallorca. Once the sea that surrounds Palma reached this wall. At that time, this arch led to the small private port of the Almudania fortress.

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April 26, 2022

The Moorish building, which is stately enthroned next to the landmark of Palma de Mallorca, the cathedral, is already noticeable from afar.
The Palacio de Almudaina (Almudaina means citadel outside the city walls) is a former fortress of Arabic origin. It dates back to when Mallorca was occupied by Moorish rulers from North Africa.
The emir had a palace and a mosque built so that he could reside in style. What are popular sights today, the royal palace and the cathedral, were the seat of power and the main mosque of Palma in Moorish times. The Almudaina Palace still has some original elements, even after numerous renovations. The windows of the main façade facing the sea are in the typical Arabian pointed arch style, the wooden ceilings are painted with Arabian patterns and a palma stands in the inner courtyard to greet strangers. During a tour of the palace, many things are reminiscent of Arabic houses and it is not difficult to dream of Marrakech.
Today the Almudaina Palace in Mallorca is the seat of the military command and at the same time the official residence of the Spanish king. Its presence is signaled by the Spanish flag on the roof.
Parts of the Palacio de la Almudaina can be visited individually or as part of a guided tour. Of particular note are the 17th-century Flemish paintings and tapestries, the 14th-century Saint Anna Chapel, and the terrace and stunning views.

The Royal Palace is not just any sight in Palma, but reflects our history and the years of Moorish rule in Mallorca like no other building. We owe Palma's romantic old town with its alleys and courtyards to the occupiers from North Africa.

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