Iglesia de Sant Jaume (Parish Church of Saint James), Palma de Mallorca

Parish Church of Saint James (Iglesia de Sant Jaume) stands as one of Palma鈥檚 four oldest parish churches, alongside Santa Eul脿lia, Sant Miquel, and Santa Creu. Founded by the Mallorcan royal family and first documented in 1248 by Pope Innocent IV, its construction under master-builder Jordi Pujol began in 1327 and firmly established its place in medieval Gothic tradition.

The church is compact yet striking, featuring a single cross鈥憊aulted nave and a large, ornamental rose window on its fa莽ade鈥攁 classic example of Mallorcan Gothic design. The main portal, crafted in Baroque style by sculptor Miquel Tom脿s in 1776, offers rocaille decoration and a bust of Saint James the Apostle, witnessing the blend of Gothic structure and later artistic flair.

Inside, visitors will find subtle treasures: the Chapel of the Blessed Sacrament, added in the 17th century, houses a gilded altarpiece of San Cayetano and canvases of the Holy Christ by Miquel Pons Cantallops. The vault鈥檚 keystones preserve an impressive heraldic display鈥攖he coats of arms of benefactors who funded the original construction work.

Though not as ornate as Palma鈥檚 grand cathedral, this charming church stands out for its architectural purity, intimate scale, and centuries鈥憃ld artistry. Located just steps from Passeig des Born and boutique caf茅s, it offers a serene and enriching stop for those on foot through the old town鈥攁n excellent complement to the more imposing landmarks nearby.

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Sight Name: Iglesia de Sant Jaume (Parish Church of Saint James)
Sight Location: Palma de Mallorca, Spain (See walking tours in Palma de Mallorca)
Sight Type: Religious
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Historical Buildings Walking Tour

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Historical Buildings Walking Tour

Fervent devotees of the past will undoubtedly find Palma de Mallorca's old town quite alluring for a chance to get closer to the island's culture and discover firsthand the unspoiled Mallorca as it once was. Indeed, the historic center of the city is ideal for an acquaintance with the local heritage richly presented in the form of multiple historic buildings.

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Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.0 Km or 1.9 Miles

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Before it became a Roman camp, the area called Palma was a Talaiotic settlement, a place of mysterious Bronze age megaliths. Even the Romans were mystified. In time the camps and the stones disappeared and the city of Palma formed.

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Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.4 Km or 1.5 Miles

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