Christmas Time in Palma de Mallorca

1) Attend a traditional midnight mass

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On Christmas eve all the families in Palma get together and attend the Misa de Gallo or the Midnight Mass, and experience the pious hymns and rituals. After the mass concludes, people hang out and socialize over cakes and hot chocolates.

2) Eat

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Enjoy a gourmet dinner in Mallorca followed by the famous puddings, or else try the profuse varieties of other desserts such as treacle tart, pecan pie, a chocolate-covered Yule log, gingerbread cake or Tarte Tatin.

3) Drink

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The soothing and energizing Spanish hot chocolate, which is actually hot chocolate with cinnamon, spices and garnished with soft cream is yummy. Also try on the Palo de Mallorca, an exclusive Spanish drink, which was created in Mallorca.

4) Shop

There are numerous stores in Mallorca such as Knox Design, Müller and La Pajarita just to name a few, where you can get all the baubles, candles and other Christmas decorations, also offering special festive discounts.