La Almudaina Royal Palace

A Muslim castle converted into a Majorcan palace is located in Palma and is called La Almudaina Royal Palace or Palau de l'Almudaina. It underwent a modification in 1281 and was then used by Majorcan kings. The Spanish king still makes La Almudaina Royal Palace his summer home.

Visitors can tour the entire palace, which includes the king's and queen's quarters, the royal church, and the striking gothic hall, as well as different exhibits inside La Almudaina Royal Palace, including a range of Flemish tapestries. The monarch and other members of the Spanish Royal Family have their official summer residence at La Almudaina Royal Palace.

Its several chambers are open for visitors to explore while they take in the many different architectural and historical influences. Three enormous rooms are connected by a series of bricked-in Gothic arches that formerly doubled the height and formed a large hall. These three rooms are decorated with tapestries and antique furniture.

In the palace, there are six empty chambers. However, the royal apartments are located higher up the Royal Staircase and offer a glance at the opulent interior decor. The Pyrenean marble gateway of the Capilla de Santa Ana (Saint Anne Chapel), a unique specimen of the Romanesque architecture on the island, is notable. Outside are lovely gardens with swans. Along with being a museum, the palace houses the military command for the Balearic Islands.

Location: Palma, Balearic Islands, Spain