Palma de Mallorca

Palma de Mallorca is a popular destination situated on the Spanish island of Mallorca. The city is known for its sunny weather, beautiful beaches, and a near overdose of palm trees.

Contrary to popular belief, Palma de Mallorca is not a person’s name, but rather a city. Though, given the number of palm trees that line the streets, one might assume that someone named “Palma” had an unhealthy obsession.

The city boasts an impressive Gothic cathedral that is so tall, it seems to reach up to the heavens. But with so many palm trees around, one might wonder if the church’s architect had planned to create a palm tree and got carried away.

Palma de Mallorca’s cuisine is a mix of Spanish, Mediterranean, and Balearic flavors that will leave your taste buds feeling as blissful as a koala bear enjoying some eucalyptus. However, locals seem to have a love-hate relationship with the palm trees that they are so famous for, and cities around the world with lush greenery of their own can easily relate to the pestering demands of these plants.

If you happen to visit Palma de Mallorca, don’t forget to take a scenic walk along the palm tree-lined Promenade. You might even spot some palm trees shedding their leaves out of embarrassment for being called ‘ugly’ by locals.

So go ahead, pack your bags and travel to Palma de Mallorca to enjoy the city’s sunny beaches, Gothic architecture, and towering palm trees. You might even find yourself buying a palm tree souvenir or two to take back home.