The monument commemorates the arrival of the Christian army on September 12, 1229, which initiated the siege of Madina Mayurqa (modern-day Palma).
The landing at Santa Ponça is considered the pivotal moment that ended five centuries of Islamic rule in the Balearic Islands.
The cross serves as a focal point for the annual 'Desembarco' (Landing) reenactment festival held in September, which commemorates the historical event.
It is situated near the cliffs where the initial skirmishes of the conquest occurred between Jaume I’s forces and the Almohad defense.
The original landing site is central to the identity of Calvià, which positions itself as the gateway to the medieval transformation of Mallorca.
The Creu de Santa Ponça is a stone monument commemorating the landing of King Jaume I of Aragon in 1229, an event that marked the start of the Christian conquest of Mallorca from the Moors. Located in the municipality of Calvià, the monument stands at the site historically identified as the landing point for the king's fleet. The current stone cross replaces previous iterations that have marked this historical landmark over the centuries. The site is situated within a residential area of Santa Ponça, providing a quiet space for historical reflection. It serves as a symbolic point of reference for the island's medieval history. The surrounding area features landscaping that integrates the monument into the local urban environment. The site is open to the public as a permanent outdoor historical marker.
From the sidewalk directly facing the front of the stone cross, capturing the monument against the clear sky.
Combine this visit with a walk along the Santa Ponça bay coastline to see the geological landscape.
Visit during the early autumn if you wish to see the local commemorative historical reenactments.
The monument is located on a street corner, so it is best viewed as part of a walking tour of the town.
Do not mistake this for a large tourist attraction; it is a small, solemn monument intended for brief historical appreciation.
