From Gran Hotel to Caixa Forum Palma
Date: 03.03.25-08.04.25 from monday to sunday, including holidays: 11:00 – 14:00 and 17:00 – 20:00
Location: Palma. Mallorca
Visit to the Caixa Forum Palma, a cultural and exhibition centre, one of the architectural masterpieces of the island of Mallorca, built in the modernist style. This building was once the luxurious Gran Hotel, conceived by Joan Palmer and designed by the talented architect Lluís Domènech i Montaner. His works, including the design of the Gran Hotel Palma, became a symbol of the architecture of the late 19th and early 20th centuries in Spain. He is also known for creating other outstanding buildings, such as the Palau de la Música Catalana in Barcelona.
Gran Hotel Palma was opened in 1903. It had operated until the 90s and was then closed for restoration and reconstruction. The hotel has always been a symbol of luxury, attracting many famous guests. A cultural centre Caixa Forum Palma, operated by “La Caixa” was opened in 2017, already in a new renovated building.
The visitors can take a walk around its exhibition halls, visit the Anglada-Camarasa salon, where the museum’s permanent exhibition is located, to feel the atmosphere of this space. The guests are welcomed by a guide, who will introduce them to the history and culture significance of this unique place.
Free entry, booking in advance required.
Official website: https://caixaforum.org/es/palma/p/de-gran-hotel-a-caixaforum_a169482321
Address: 07001, Plaza Weyler, 3, Palma, Islas Baleares
Photo: https://caixaforum.org/es/palma/p/de-gran-hotel-a-caixaforum_a169482321
