Palma cathedral history
Palma cathedral was built on top of the city walls of the old town. Construction began during the reign of Jaime II, and it has of three naves. The main cathedral nave contains the Trinidad chapel, where the ancient remains of Jaime II and Jaime III are to be found.
Looking at the façade, note the main door and the south door or Mirador. They are interesting for the ornate decoration with sculptures by Guillermo Sagrera. The Mirador door is particularly beautiful because of the wonderful decoration which features geometrical and vegetal motifs. The main doorway is supported by four elegant and majestic columns.
Updates carried out by architect Antonio Gaudí at the start of the 20th century are another very attractive feature of this building. The the works by Miquel Barceló in the Santísimo Chapel must also be seen - view his ceramic mural and the stained glass windows and the furniture.
In addition, Palma Cathedral has a tower with nine bells. The size of the bell known as “N’Eloi” is impressive. The bell measures a full 2 metres in diameter and weighs 4,517 kilos.
The origin of the cathedral is 13th Century. The main period is 14th Century, and the style is Neogothic.