Castle of Bellver
Type: Fortress
Location: municipality Palma »
Castle of Bellver is the only castle in Spain that is totally circular in design. It was built back in 1309.
Initially the castle was used as a summer royal residence. Later, it was turned into a prison; you can still see the graffiti on the walls, carved by French prisoners of war.
Castell de Bellver also houses the principal museum and is often used for concerts.
Initially the castle was used as a summer royal residence. Later, it was turned into a prison; you can still see the graffiti on the walls, carved by French prisoners of war.
Castell de Bellver also houses the principal museum and is often used for concerts.