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Capital In Majorca

By: Mark Bartley

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Majorca was relatively unknown until the fifties when cheaper air travel opened up the island to a new economy, and with it much of the island has developed commercial businesses to satisfy the needs of visitors in search of sun, sea and sand.

Anyone visiting the island should make an effort to try out the amazing Soller railway. Built in 1912, the line connects the capital, Palma to the small town of Soller in the north of the island and is still in use today – the only one of its kind remaining in the world. The trains, which look more like early 20th Century trams, take an hour to run the full length of the line from Palma, with several stops on the way. Apart from the incredibly well preserved carriages, the Soller railway is popular for it's route which passes through forests, valleys and several tunnels. From the sandy coast around Palma, the interior plains and underneath the Tramuntana mountins to the coastal town of Soller.

Go further back in time and you'll discover that Palma was founded as a Roman base on the remains of a more ancient settlement. The city was subject to attacks over the years, with Vandal, Byzantine, and Moorish occupation until Palma was established by James I of Aragon. Historical sites of interest include La Seu – the impressive Cathedral – right in the heart of old Palma in a warren of streets and large old houses, which took almost 400 years to build. The towering structure was said to be unstable, but Gaudi's skill fixed that and it looks amazing against the backdrop of the marina below. A tour around the La Seu area soon reveals Palma is much more than just a gateway to Majorcan resorts. The city is an attraction by itself. Villas in Palma are just as comfortable and stylish as elsewhere on the island.

Here is a different take on Palma. For a moment, just put aside everything you've heard or think you know about Majorca the holiday resort, and consider Palma as a destination in its own right. Narrow} cobbled streets, busy open air markets, sleek shopping areas, and the ability to lose yourself in the tapas bars and boutiques in an afternoon, make Palma a great place to spend a few days just wandering around. During the winter months, Palma is worth a visit for its many guided tours, concerts and art galleries, and with mild weather all year round the city can be re-discovered without battling against the crowds of the busy summer season.

Palma is a city that has inspired writers and artists for centuries, many of them choosing the city as a creative, and (comparatively) warm sanctuary to spend the winter enjoying the healthy conditions of clean air and fresh produce. Today the atmosphere and cuisine is still as attractive and healthy. Apart from some good tapas bars such as the lively and dressed down style of La Bovida, a range of specialist seafood restaurants offer locally caught fish and charming service. For a sweet treat visit Ca'n Joan de Saigo – an 18th Century ice cream bar.

Palma is a great place to stay . So for shoppers, food lovers, and antiquarians Palma is a delight. Hotels in Palma can vary in quality, . There are plenty of great beaches by the city, while the islands international airport is just a short transfer away. To discover the cultural, architectural and history of Palma, a visit is ideal at any time of the year.

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As a great base for a break with variety, holidays in Palma are difficult to match. The city has style, luxury, historical centres and access to several great beaches. Amongst the great cities of Europe, Palma must surely rank in comparison.

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