Festival for the conquest of Mallorca: history and tradition
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.