Art & Culture in Majorca
The Balearic Islands have a long and interesting history and many different kinds of people have inhabited Majorca and Ibiza. This diversity has left its traces in the Islands’ cultural heritage. In the cities on Majorca alone you can find a magnificent selection of museums and complexes. Many museums accommodate unique collections of interesting artifacts and pieces of art. Many exhibitions take place in Majorcan museums, differing in importance and size from large to small and local to international. Most museums are located in some of Majorca’s most beautiful buildings. The art galleries on Majorca display many wonderful collections of art with paintings by world famous as well as by local Majorca artists, both modern and traditional in style.
In the old part of the capital of Majorca, Palma, you can find many patios and old houses that are definitely worth a visit. Besides that many plays and concerts take place in the city, often with excellent acoustics because of the perfect venues between the many historical buildings. It’s a delight to take a walk along all the galleries and museums here.
Another town on Majorca where you can encounter many art works and historical museums is Pollensa. This village has been a preferred destination of many painters and artists for over a hundred years. Some local Pollensa artists are Hermenegild Anglada Camarasa, DionÃs Bennà ssar and Joan Miró. During nearly all the year you can enjoy a variety of musical events among which the most famous ones are those which take place in the Santo Domingo Cloister. Other sights in Pollensa that are worth a visit are the three churches, the stations of the cross El Cavari and the Roman Bridge.