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…
The Roof Terraces of Palma: Views from Above
Palma’s old town is even more impressive from above. With the narrow maze of alleys and houses nestled tightly against each other the city looks like a colorful patchwork rug. Some terraces are lush with greenery. There’s laughter and clinking of glasses, on others only laundry is fluttering in the wind. Churches and monasteries stand out from the sea of houses. Their towers soaring into the sky. The roof terraces of Palma offer amazing views of the city and beyond. Where Heaven Meets Sky The…


