Jardines de Alfabia
English
The Alfabia Gardens have their roots in an old Moorish farmhouse located in Bunyola, in the middle of the Serra de Tramuntana. Its first known owner was Ben Abet, a Muslim vizier who, after the Christian conquest of Mallorca by Jaume I, made an agreement with the new lords to preserve the estate. Since then, Alfabia has witnessed centuries of history, evolving without losing its balance between tradition and authenticity.
The Alfabia house is a living testimony to the fusion of architectural styles: from Almohad elements from 1170 in its coffered ceiling, to baroque details such as the imposing forà portal with bronze doors and a reddish stone frame designed by Joan d'Aragó. The interior preserves historic rooms such as the Great Room, the Sala de l'Alcova or the 19th century dining room, a reflection of a house that has been able to preserve its essence over the centuries.
The Alfabia garden is one of the most unique gardens in Mallorca, declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 2011. Of Spanish-Arab origin, it evolved with Renaissance, Baroque and English landscape contributions. The famous pergola with crossed spouts, the vaulted cistern and the tropical area with a pond and water lilies make up a unique sensory journey, framed by the natural beauty of the Tramuntana.
Currently owned by the Zaforteza family, Alfabia has been carefully preserved and opened to the public as a cultural and event space. In 2017, he received the Historical and Unique Garden award granted by the Foundation for Historic and Singular Houses, in recognition of its heritage and landscape value.
More than a garden, Alfabia is a universe of history, art and nature. Its versatile spaces — the clastra, the pergola, the palm grove or the Jardinet de la Reina — make it an exceptional place for weddings, dinners and celebrations. Isolated from the hustle and bustle and surrounded by freshness, Alfabia offers a magical and authentic experience in the heart of Mallorca.
