Hidden within Palma, a green haven whispers tales of bygone eras. Sa Teulera isn’t just a residential area. It’s a living testament to Palma’s rich history, nestled near the iconic Bellver Castle and the bustling Paseo Maritimo. Imagine stepping back in time to the year 1992. A grand estate, known as Sa Teulera, stood proudly on this very spot. Its unique architecture, with a sundial bearing the inscription “YHS 1798” and a magnificent spiral staircase, captured the attention of Arthur Byne and Mildred Stapley. They featured it in their 1928 book, “Houses and Gardens of Mallorca.” Sadly, this architectural gem was demolished that same year. Yet, the spirit of Sa Teulera lives on. This land holds secrets older than the lost estate. The Fontsanta quarries, nestled within Sa Teulera’s grounds, supplied the very stones that built Palma’s majestic cathedral. Archduke Lluís Salvador himself wrote of how Palma’s citizens cherished these grounds, gathering here for festive picnics. Today, Sa Teulera stands transformed, a modern residential area. But, as you stroll along its streets, remember the echoes of history. Imagine the grand estate. Picture the quarrymen toiling under the sun. And feel the presence of generations past, who celebrated life on this very ground. Sa Teulera, a hidden gem in Palma, a place where history and nature intertwine.
Antoni Maria Alcover i Sureda
Born amidst the sun-drenched fields of Santa Cirga, Antoni Maria Alcover i Sureda, a name synonymous with Majorcan literary revival,