This is how the festival of light looked at the Cathedral of Mallorca

PalmMallorca Cathedral experienced the luminous phenomenon known as the Festival of Light this Tuesday, the feast day of Saint Martin. At dawn, the sun shines through the rose window, projecting its reflection onto the opposite façade. The cathedral opened its doors at 7:30 a.m. to welcome those who wished to witness the spectacle. This event, which occurs only twice a year, offers a breathtaking display of light as the rising sun passes through the cathedral's 11.38-meter-diameter rose window and projects its reflection onto the opposite façade, creating a double rose window: one made of glass. The resulting image—known as the "figure eight" of the cathedral—is a symbol of ephemeral beauty that draws visitors and onlookers every year. In addition to November 11th, this phenomenon can also be observed on February 2nd, Candlemas. The Cathedral of Mallorca is built on the remains of a former mosque. Its unique 120° SE alignment, the strategic location of the main rose window, and the completion of a stained-glass installation program in all available windows and oculi of the cathedral, which began in the 20th century, allow for this singular projection. Furthermore, the restoration of the main rose window in 2010 ensures that this exaltation of colors and shadows remains intact.