A serene escape in Palma: The Bishop’s Garden
As a small, peaceful botanical oasis, the Bishop’s Garden in Palma stands in stark contrast to the bustling life of the big city. Let us guide you to this free experience in Palma, where fish, fruit trees, and lizards evoke the grandeur of noble gardens from times past.
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Sightseeing in Palma
Not far from the Cathedral, almost directly behind it, lies El Jardà del Bisbe – The Bishop’s Garden in Palma. This free attraction in Palma is worth a stop right at the entrance. The columns, the coat of arms, and the cast iron gate signal that you are about to enter a unique urban space.
The Roman numerals MCMXXXI (1931) adorn the entrance, but it wasn’t until 2000 that Palma Town Hall took over responsibility for restoring and maintaining the garden.
The Bishop’s Garden: A Place for immersion
Although the garden’s size is manageable and it can be popular during the high season, there is surprisingly enough room for everyone. Visitors tend to calm down and speak softly, as if treading on sacred ground.
Most people start by exploring the flowers, geometrically trimmed hedges, and fruit trees. A central gathering point is the fish pond with water lilies, where the colorful fish are almost accustomed to the presence of visitors and seem to seek contact.
On a summer day, you might wonder how the lush greenery survives the intense Mediterranean heat. Perhaps it’s due to divine intervention or simply the diligent work of a gardener with a heavy watering schedule.
After a stroll, most visitors choose to sit on one of the garden’s many benches. Here, you might catch the scent of aromatic herbs like rosemary, thyme, or mint. It conjures thoughts of a time when nobles maintained such exquisite gardens in old Palma – not just for utility, but for contemplation and discreet meetings.
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Bishop’s Garden in Palma – Opening Hours
Discovering the opening hours for the Bishop’s Garden in Palma is like a treasure hunt. Eventually, you’ll spot a small sign outside the gate, weathered with age, indicating the hours.
The sign reads 7:00 to 13:30, but note that it is likely closed on Sundays. If you pass by on a warm summer day, you might see a small lizard basking on a sunlit stone. One thing is certain: after your visit to the Bishop’s Garden in Palma, you will continue to meander through the city’s winding streets with a serene holiday calm.
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