Royal Palace of La Almudaina

Historia

The Royal Palace of La Almudaina, spanish Palacio Real de La Almudaina, is the Alcázar (fortified palace) of Palma, the capital city of the Island of Majorca, Spain. Built as an Arabian Fort, the crown claimed it as official royal residence in the early 14th century. Inside are many empty rooms, however, when King James II began restoration, his design plan included the encompassing of the small, romanesque Chapel of Saint Anne. It stands opposite the dramatic Palma Cathedral with commanding views over the Bay of Palma.The palace is owned by the Spanish government and operated by Patrimonio Nacional, an agency of the Minister of the Presidency that manages assets of the State for the Crown. Nowadays, the Royal Family uses it as an official residence for ceremonies and State receptions, having their private summer residence in the Palace of Marivent on the outskirts of Palma.United States President Bill Clinton stayed overnight at the Palace on 5 July 1995, when attended a NATO summit held in Madrid. While in Majorca, President Clinton vacationed with King Juan Carlos I and Queen Sophia. The Clinton's and the King and Queen started the visit with a trip to the 14th Century Bellver Castle on Majorca and went.