Mallorca is much more than just paradisiacal beaches. In its capital, Palma de Mallorca, there is a mixture of history, culture and urban life that makes it an ideal destination to discover in a short period of time. weekend.

In particular, frant to the bay rises the Almudaina Royal Palace, The fortress is both a fortress and a palace.

For centuries millions of eyes have admired its solemn Gothic stamp, a symbol of the power of the kings of Mallorca and Aragon. But what you see is only half the story. From Aumentur we invite you to look beyond the Christian fortress and search for the echoes of those who lived there before, because the soul of an ancient Muslim fortress still survives here.

Your Courtyard of Weapons reflects this dual character of the building by combining its fortified nature with the elegance of a royal residence. Moreover, its great Gothic halls, such as the monumental Tinell, and the fineness of the chapel of Santa Anna speak of a lavish court, of the festivities and ceremonies of the Christian monarchs who made it their home. This is the Almudaina that presents itself to the world, imposing and majestic. But the real adventure lies in finding the cracks in that stone skin..

Royal Palace of the Almudaina in Palma de Mallorca

The hammam of the Almudaina Palace

The Almudaina's best-kept secret is undoubtedly its Islamic heritage. To find it, you must go to its ancient Arab baths, o hammam, which are the small rest and steam rooms. An intimate vestige of daily life in the Alcazar long before the conquest. 

The past of the towers

 And there are even more secrets to be discovered in this palace. In its highest tower, Angel Tower, It is said that inside it King Juan I of Aragon housed a mysterious alchemist who spent his nights searching for the philosopher's stone, yes, the same one that Harry Potter was looking for in his first year, although he never set foot here. 

In contrast, another of its watchtowers, the Tower of the Heads, recalls a darker past, as the heads of the condemned were exposed there. Each tower has an echo, a legend that cannot be seen with the naked eye.

The Almudaina is a fascinating superimposition of styles where the echo of the Muslim walis coexists with that of the Christian monarchs. The real experience is to decipher its secrets. That is why, in the Aumentur's guide to Palma de Mallorca in one day we unlock these stories and legends for you. So you can explore the city at your own pace and as if you were a local, we'll be waiting for you!