The Portopí lighthouse under the spotlight in a new project organised by the Ministry of Transport and Sustainable Mobility
Guardians de l'Arxiu is an informative space that aims to raise awareness of Spain's historical heritage
Palma
05/09/2024
The Portopí lighthouse has become a key feature of the new Guardians de l'Arxiu (Guardians of the Archive) project, launched by the Ministry of Transport and Sustainable Mobility. This initiative sets out to add value to Spain's historical heritage through publicising unique documents and materials related to the country's most significant constructions.
Standing in the Port of Palma, the Portopí lighthouse has been selected as one of the first to feature in this campaign, allowing the public to rediscover its historical and cultural importance. This flagship lighthouse is one of the oldest in the world still in operation and has lit up the entrance to the port for more than 700 years, converting it into a symbol of Spanish seafaring.
The Portopí lighthouse houses a unique exhibition of maritime signals, where a large number of original pieces are preserved, including optical systems, rotating machines, the history of fuels and the technological evolution of lighthouses. The exhibition can be visited with prior booking through www.farsdebalears.com.
Guardians de l'Arxiu
Guardians de l'Arxiu is an informative space that aims to promote the country's rich heritage through conservation and custody of documentary material, highlighting the work of the professionals who watch over the protection of historical heritage. This project also seeks to generate greater recognition and appreciation for the historical treasures that form part of our heritage.
Each month, Guardians de l'Arxiu will focus on a different heritage building, uncovering details and materials that are normally out of reach of the public such as books, maps, drawings and rare photographs.
