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The impressive Moorish architecture of the Palacio de la Almudaina or the Almudaina Palace preserves the history of its past. Once a Moorish fortress , it was converted after the conquest by Catalan about the 13th century to a palace for the Mallorcan Kings. Today it is a museum containing art such as Flemish tapestries, an excellent collection of paintings, and oriental carpets. In addition, it is said to function as an official residence when the King of Spain makes summertime visits.
From one of the accompanying pictures you can see the beautifully crenulated square towers, and the Moorish-style arched supports of the logia. At the top of the "hommage" tower is a statue of the Archangel Gabriel. The Palace is partially enclosed by the old city wall and faces directly at Le Seu Cathedral, which seems for either structure to be an odd placement.
Just below the palace and facing the Avenguda d'Antonio de Maura is the "Jardin d'Hort del Rei" or "Gardens of the King" have only recently been open to the public. There you will find reflecting pools, sculpture and tranquility.
Visiting hours from October through March are 10:00 to 1:15pm and 4:00 to 5:15 pm; from April through September, hours are 10:00am to 5:45pm. It is closed on Sundays.
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King Jaime II modified the original citadel to a large extent to combine the solidity of the original Moslem construction with the rich appointments and comfortable design required by the Majorcan court. Today, the Almudaina Palace houses the "Capitania General", or Harbor Office, of the Balearic Islands. It contains numerous works of art, including Flemish tapestries from the 16th and 17th centuries that illustrate episodes from Spanish history; 17th and 18th century Spanish tapestries; and banners decorated with scenes from the battle of Lepanto (1571), which the Spanish and Venetian fleets jointly defeated the Turkish fleet.
The shady gardens with numerous fountains in front of the palace were designed by S´Hort del Rei.
Palau de l'Almudaina (April–Sept Mon–Fri 10am–6.30pm, Sat 10am–2pm; Oct–March Mon–Fri 10am–2pm & 4–6pm; €2.70, but free on Wed to EU citizens). Leave a Comment
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 Almudaina Palace by russian_yazLeave a Comment
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This building,which dates back to Roman times,was the residence of the Muslim walis.After the Christian conquest,the Mallorcan king,Jaime II,restored and enlarged it.Of the new construction the salon del tinel is of particular interest-today it is divided into two floors-and the Chapel of Santa Ana is considered to be one of the most beautiful chapels in the city.Also noteworthy is the Torre del Angel(angel's tower) so called because of its weather vane,which is a representation of the archangel Saint Gabriel.King Jaime II ordered its construction in the 14th century.
Tickets : 3.20E
Wednesdays : EU citizens Free Phone: +34971214134
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 Almudaina Palace, Palma de
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Originally a Muslim palace, converted to gothic by king Jaime II, this alcazar still keeps signs of both styles. The views are beautiful and the adjacent gardens are well conceived and maintained, featuring a statue from Juan Miro. Leave a Comment
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 by LinndyLeave a Comment Address: Plaza Palau Reial
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La Almudaina is a 13th century palace that was the seat of the independent kingdom of Mallorca during the reigns of Jaime II, Sancho I and Jaime III. The main aspects of the palace include the King's Palace, the Queen's Palace, the Throne Room, the Royal Chapel and the coutryards.
Today the Palace is used as the King's official residence for ceremonies during the summer months, when the Royal family is on vacation in Mallorca. Leave a Comment Address: Calle Palau ReialDirections: Right next door to the cathedral
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The Almudaina or Royal Palace is just next to the cathedral.
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The Palace is located directly opposite Sa Seu Cathderal.
It has nice gardens and a large lake with black swans on it.
We didn't go inside but it is a nice place to take a walk around on the way to Sa Seu. Leave a Comment
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