Discover the fascinating history of the Kingdom of Mallorca and its kings, from James I of Aragon’s conquest of the island in 1229 to the end of the independent kingdom under James III. Meet the medieval rulers of Mallorca, explore their struggles for power and discover the legacy they left in landmarks such as Palma Cathedral, La Almudaina Palace and Bellver Castle.
Discover the Roman conquest of Majorca in 123 BC and how Rome transformed the island forever. Explore the resistance of the Talayotic people, the role of Quintus Caecilius Metellus and the legendary Balearic slingers, and find out how the arrival of the Roman Empire led to the foundation of Palma and Pollentia and marked the beginning of Roman Mallorca.
Discover the Festival for the Conquest of Mallorca, a spectacular celebration of the island’s medieval history and one of its most fascinating traditional festivals. Held in Santa Ponsa, the Festes del Rei en Jaume commemorate the arrival of King Jaime I in Mallorca in 1229 with historical re-enactments, medieval parades, battles, a traditional market, live entertainment and fireworks. Discover the story behind the conquest of Mallorca and experience a unique festival where history, tradition and local culture come to life.