29/10/2026
S3, Ep : 63. Palma Cathedral: Eight Centuries of Art
Hola Loopers! Here we are again, with another little journey through Spain, and this week we’re heading to the beautiful island of Mallorca. More specifically, to one of those places that makes you stop, look up, and say, “Palma Cathedral or La Seu”
We’re talking about Her today, as it’s known locally. And trust us, there’s a lot more to this magnificent building than its impressive Gothic towers and that spectacular setting by the sea.
This time, Fran is taking the lead, and I’m right there with him, asking the questions. Because, let’s be honest, when you stand in front of a building like this, you want to know what’s behind all that stone, all that beauty, and all those centuries of history.
How did it all begin? Why was a cathedral built on this particular spot? And how did a project that started in the Middle Ages evolve over the centuries into the extraordinary place we can visit today?
But here’s where things get really interesting. La Seu isn’t just a medieval masterpiece frozen in time. It’s a living record of changing tastes, artistic ideas, and generations of people who left their mark on it.
We’ll talk about its Gothic origins, the remarkable changes introduced by Antoni Gaudí in the early 20th century, and the striking contemporary work of Mallorcan artist Miquel Barceló. Quite a journey, isn’t it? From medieval stonework to modern art, all under one extraordinary roof.
And that’s what we love about exploring Spain together. There’s always another story hiding behind something you’ve walked past a hundred times in photographs, or perhaps even seen with your own eyes.
So, come and join Fran and me for a conversation about history, architecture, art, and the fascinating way the past keeps finding its place in the present.
Video link: https://youtu.be/Eu1iqQbRJis
Audio link: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5uio5daqDnFJTdyWJaQkH0?si=x4FiKO32TeOJoCUQ0K8bjQ&utm_source=copy-link
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