Feeling closer to heaven is at the very heart of what a church is. But nowhere does the sky come as close as at the Església Nova in Son Servera. It is called the new church, yet it has stood unfinished for almost a century. And that is exactly why this church without a roof draws visitors from near and far. It’s tucked away in the heart of this charming little town in northeastern Mallorca. Still, the moment you step through the entrance gate, the view opens up, and you take in the sheer…
The Gargoyles of Palma: Of Monsters and Myths
A walk through old town reveals a fantastic medieval world carved in stone. High above, fierce faces cling to cornices and parapets. The gargoyles of Palma serve practical purposes, obviously. But they are also powerful symbols. Often grotesque, animalistic, or openly demonic, they were believed to ward off evil spirits. Winged lions and dogs snarl into the void. Devils leer with exaggerated expressions. Hybrid figures blur the line between human and beast. At the same time, they drain…







