Castell de Bellver in Mallorca is a dramatic Gothic castle and history museum perched on a hill in the centre of Palma. Noted as one of the few circular castles in Europe, the castle was once the residence of the kings of Mallorca and has also been used as a military prison.
As the seat of the city’s history museum, Castell de Bellver attracts numerous visitors. You can see the whole city from the castle, and the grounds are home to the stables of the city’s Mounted Peekers. Several events are held at the castle, including public ceremonies and cultural performances.
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What are the highlights of the Castell de Bellver in Mallorca?
Castell de Bellver was founded as a seat for the royal court of James of Mallorca, giving it both opulent and defence elements. The circular shape is unique in Mallorca and includes both an outer defence wall and an inner yard, as well as minor towers. The castle is surrounded by a moat.
The centre of the inner yard has a well, which marks the place of a cistern. The grounds also have a chapel dedicated to Saint Alphonsus Rodriquez that dates back to the late 19th century. On the Sunday after Easter Sunday, the castle hosts a family-friendly celebration of the Diumenge de l’Angel for visitors.
What else is good to know about Castell de Bellver in Mallorca?
Castell de Bellver is an ideal attraction for all types of travellers. The castle is easy to access with a car park and road next door, and the grounds can accommodate large numbers of visitors at one time.
If you’re visiting around Easter, you may want to attend the Diumenge de l’Angel ceremony. This traditional family festival features music, dancing, workshops, games, theatre and sporting events for all ages. The ceremony and festival are family friendly and only happen once a year after Easter Sunday, so you won’t want to miss the chance to attend.
Castell de Bellver in Mallorca
Location: Carrer Camilo José Cela, s/n, 07014 Palma, Illes Balears, Spain
Open: Tuesday–Saturday 10 am to 7 pm, Sunday from 10 am to 3 pm (closed on Mondays)
Phone: +34 971 73 50 65
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