Plaça Major, Central square in Palma de Mallorca, Spain.
Plaça Major is a rectangular square in Palma de Mallorca bordered by three and four-story buildings with arcaded ground floors supported by stone columns. The covered porticos that line the perimeter create shaded zones and define the space's edges.
This plaza emerged in 1823 following the demolition of the San Felipe Neri convent, which previously served as the headquarters of the Inquisition. This transformation marked a turning point as religious structures gave way to secular public spaces in Palma's urban development.
The square hosts regular artisan markets where local craftspeople display traditional Mallorcan products and handmade goods. These gatherings show how the space remains active in celebrating regional creativity and local crafts.
The square has underground parking facilities and shopping galleries beneath it, providing convenient access to the surrounding commercial district. The covered areas above offer shelter on rainy days and make the location appealing year-round.
Four main streets branch out from this square: San Miguel, Jaime II, Colon, and Sindicato, which connect it to major landmarks throughout the city. These radiating pathways make the plaza a natural crossroads for navigating historic Palma.
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