Golf Son Vida provides a specific starting point for planning a trip around Son Vida: the course is located in the surrounding area of the destination and hosted the European Tour in 1990 and 1994. In the broader context of Mallorca, Golf Son Vida is the island’s oldest golf course. The two years refer to specific tournaments; the age description places the course in the history of golf in Mallorca. Those seeking a golf-focused theme will find two distinct perspectives: historical events in the surrounding area and the course’s place in the context of the entire island.
City and cultural attractions in Palma
Contemporary art and historic architecture sit side by side in Palma. Es Baluard Museu d'Art Contemporani is located at the edge of the Bastion of Sant Pere, part of the Renaissance city wall that surrounded Palma until the beginning of the 20th century. The museum features temporary exhibitions and a significant collection of contemporary art. Its central courtyard hosts cultural activities and makes it possible to visit the museum outdoors. The museum thus brings together art, a historic fortification-wall setting and an outdoor space that is also used for cultural activities.
The Castillo de Bellver in Palma displays a different architectural style: the Gothic castle has a circular floor plan, three original towers and the Torre del Homenaje, which was added later. It houses Palma’s Museum of the History of the City, which explores the city’s development under Roman, Muslim and Christian rule. The castle also offers 360-degree views over the Bay of Palma and the island of Mallorca. The Royal Palace of La Almudaina also takes visitors through different periods of the city’s history: it looks back on Palma’s Roman, Islamic and Christian eras and served as the residence of the Kings of Mallorca.
Different historical origins can also be discovered in the cityscape. Palma’s streets feature palaces, churches, castles, monasteries, courtyards and gardens of Roman, Muslim and Christian origin. Those particularly interested in the city walls can explore surviving historic remains along a straightforward route with four key stops. This puts the focus firmly on architectural history, while the collections and exhibitions at Es Baluard offer an approach through art.
Food and getting around Palma
Mercat de l’Olivar is located in Palma’s historic centre. Its stalls offer tastings and tapas, as well as food to take away or eat on site. The market therefore offers two different options for planning a meal: taking something away or staying to eat there.
To get around the city, Palma has an extensive public transport network. EMT operates the 31 bus routes that make up the urban transport network. The art and history attractions, the market and the city bus network each give Palma its own character as a destination; the golf connection around Son Vida remains clearly distinct from them.
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