What is a fun fact about Palma de Mallorca?

Palma Cathedral points towards Mecca (not Jerusalem). The famous cathedral of Palma, or 'La Seu' was actually built on the site of an old Moorish mosque. This means anyone kneeling at its altar is facing Mecca rather than Jerusalem.



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Majorca has a gorgeous Mediterranean climate, with more than 300 days of sunshine a year, and a year-round average temperature of 21°C on the coast. Perfect! The Majorcan national anthem is 'La Balanguera', which was adapted from a poem about an ancient nursery rhyme about a spider!

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Known for its sun and beach tourism, it also has an attractive historic quarter. The Cathedral, the Almudaina Palace, the Lonja fish market and Plaza Mayor are some of the sites that are well worth visiting. The most beautiful monuments are surrounded by fishing boats, pine forests and palm trees.

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Mallorca is known for its beautiful coastline, secluded coves, limestone mountains, Spanish architecture, wineries and fresh produce farms, and stunning beaches.

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The Ultimate Mallorca Food Guide
  • Tumbet. Tumbet is a flavorsome, vegetable-based staple that dates back to the 16th century. ...
  • Sobrassada. Next, good sobrassada should get an infusion of heat from paprika, which is typically grown locally on the island. ...
  • Panades. ...
  • Trampó ...
  • Coca mallorquina. ...
  • Arròs brut. ...
  • Botifarra negra. ...
  • Cocarrois.


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Local Cuisine in Mallorca
  • Arros Brut | Rice stew. A traditional rice dish with vegetables and meat. ...
  • Bunyols | Mallorcan Doughnuts. ...
  • Coca de Cuarto | Sponge cake. ...
  • Ensaimada | Perfect pastries. ...
  • Frit Mallorqui | Vegetables & Offal. ...
  • Lechona Asada | Roast piglet. ...
  • Llom amb Col. ...
  • Llonguet | Sandwich bun.


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A city that needs little sleep, Palma, Mallorca's party capital. The night in Palma is forever young with a huge amount of choice on where to spend your evening, so, where are the best spots to party in the vast city of Palma?

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Mosquitoes are often rife here, so come well prepared with insect repellent and burn citronella candles by night if you're in your own villa.

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Areas to avoid If you're after something more relaxed, do stay away from Magaluf and Palma Nova as these places are where you'll find a lot of the 18-30's groups, along with English-style pubs, a big drinking culture and all-night parties. They are also jam-packed during the peak tourism months of July and August.

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The Mallorcans: Mallorca's “super fruit“ the carob Especially in recent years, carob has experienced a renaissance. The fruits of the “garrover”, the Mallorcan name for the carob tree (Spanish: algarrobo), are increasingly finding their way into local kitchens as an authentic island product.

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Yes, we talk about the nasty chemicals in the tap water, however it may surprise you to know that the tap water in Palma is considered safe to drink, and – coming from someone who proudly (and maybe a bit lazily) drinks it – I can verify that generally speaking, the taste is absolutely fine.

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Etymology. The name derives from Classical Latin insula maior, larger island.

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