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Palma, on Mallorca is the capital of the Balearic Islands. It is located at 39?34'N 002?39' ECoordinates. Palma is the economic and cultural hub of the island.
Also it forms an important holiday resort and commercial port.

As of the 2005 census, the population of the palma city is approximately 375,773 and the population of the entire urban area is approximately 474,035. Almost half of the total population of Mallorca live in Palma.

Palma was recently voted the best place in Spain. Palma is popular tourist destination. Every year million tourists visit the Palma. City has a nice combination of history and modernity. Some of Palma's best attractions are to be found near the port, including the Royal Palace, the Stock Exchange and the Castle of Bellver. Nice place for holiday destination

Country

Spain

Autonomous Community

Balearic Islands

Capital of Baleric Islands

Palma de Mallorca

Area

213,55 km?

Population Total 375.773 (2005)
Density 1760 hab./km?
Time zone CET (GMT +1)

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Palma de Mallorca, Spain
2008.06.14
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