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Palma de Mallorca

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Palma de Mallorca
NamePalma de Mallorca
Coordinates39.5692, 2.6502
Subdivision nameSpain
Subdivision type1Autonomous community
Subdivision name1Balearic Islands
Subdivision type2Province
Subdivision name2Balearic Islands
Leader nameJosé Hila
Area total208.63
Population total416,065
Population as of2020

Palma de Mallorca is a major city located on the island of Mallorca, in the Balearic Islands, Spain. It is the capital of the Balearic Islands and is situated on the south coast of the island, adjacent to the Serra de Tramuntana mountain range. The city is home to a number of notable landmarks, including the Cathedral of Santa Maria of Palma and the Bellver Castle, which was built in the 14th century by James II of Aragon. The city is also close to the University of the Balearic Islands, which was founded in 1978 and is one of the main institutions of higher education in the region, along with the Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art of the Balearic Islands.

Geography

The geography of the area is characterized by the presence of the Serra de Tramuntana mountain range, which runs along the northwest coast of Mallorca and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The city is situated on the Bay of Palma, which is a large bay that is home to a number of beaches, including the popular Playa de Palma. The city is also close to the Cabrera Archipelago, which is a group of islands that are located off the southern coast of Mallorca and are known for their natural beauty and diverse wildlife, including the Cabrera National Park. The geography of the area has been shaped by a number of notable figures, including the Roman Empire, which conquered the island in the 2nd century BC, and the Moors, who occupied the island from the 8th to the 13th century, and left a lasting legacy in the form of the Almudaina palace, which was built by the Emirate of Córdoba.

History

The history of the city dates back to the Roman Empire, which founded the city in 123 BC as a Roman camp, and was later occupied by the Moors, who introduced Islam to the island and built a number of notable landmarks, including the Banys Arabs and the Almudaina palace, which was later used as a residence by the Kingdom of Aragon and the Crown of Aragon. The city was later conquered by James I of Aragon in 1229, who established the Kingdom of Mallorca and built a number of notable landmarks, including the Cathedral of Santa Maria of Palma and the Bellver Castle, which was used as a royal residence by the Kingdom of Mallorca and the Crown of Aragon. The city has also been influenced by a number of other notable figures, including Philip II of Spain, who ruled the city from 1556 to 1598, and Charles V, Holy Roman Emperor, who was the ruler of the Habsburg Spain and the Holy Roman Empire.

Climate

The climate of the city is characterized by mild winters and hot summers, with an average temperature of 18°C (64°F) throughout the year, and is influenced by the Mediterranean climate and the Atlantic Ocean. The city experiences a significant amount of rainfall during the winter months, with an average annual rainfall of 450 mm (18 in), and is also susceptible to drought during the summer months, which can have a significant impact on the local agriculture and water supply. The climate of the area has been studied by a number of notable scientists, including Charles Darwin, who visited the island in 1832, and Alexander von Humboldt, who studied the geology and climate of the region in the early 19th century, and wrote about it in his book Kosmos.

Economy

The economy of the city is driven by a number of industries, including tourism, which is the main source of income for the city, and is supported by a number of notable companies, including Iberia Airlines and Air Europa. The city is also home to a number of notable businesses, including the Port of Palma de Mallorca, which is one of the busiest ports in the Mediterranean Sea, and the University of the Balearic Islands, which is a major center of research and development in the region, and has partnerships with a number of notable institutions, including the University of Barcelona and the Polytechnic University of Catalonia. The economy of the area has been influenced by a number of notable figures, including Juan March Ordinas, who was a wealthy businessman and philanthropist, and Juan Negrín, who was a politician and economist who served as the Prime Minister of Spain during the Spanish Civil War.

Culture

The culture of the city is rich and diverse, with a number of notable landmarks and festivals, including the Cathedral of Santa Maria of Palma, which is a major center of Catholic worship, and the Festival of St. Sebastian, which is a major festival that takes place in January, and is dedicated to the patron saint of the city, Saint Sebastian. The city is also home to a number of notable museums, including the Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art of the Balearic Islands, which features a collection of modern and contemporary art, and the Museum of the History of the City of Palma, which tells the story of the city's history and culture, and has exhibits on the Roman Empire, the Moors, and the Kingdom of Mallorca. The culture of the area has been influenced by a number of notable figures, including Francesc de Borja Moll, who was a writer and linguist, and Llorenç Villalonga, who was a writer and intellectual, and wrote about the history and culture of the region in his book Bearn o la sala de les nines.

Tourism

The city is a popular tourist destination, with a number of notable landmarks and attractions, including the Cathedral of Santa Maria of Palma, which is a major center of Catholic worship, and the Bellver Castle, which offers stunning views of the city and the surrounding countryside, and is a popular destination for hiking and cycling. The city is also home to a number of notable beaches, including the Playa de Palma, which is a popular destination for swimming and sunbathing, and the Cala Major, which is a secluded beach that is popular with locals and tourists alike, and is close to the Marivent Palace, which is the summer residence of the Spanish royal family. The tourism industry in the city is supported by a number of notable companies, including Iberia Airlines and Air Europa, and the Palma de Mallorca Airport, which is one of the busiest airports in the Mediterranean Sea, and has connections to a number of notable destinations, including Madrid, Barcelona, and London.

Category:Cities in Spain