🏛️ The archaeological site of Pollentia -- Museu Monogràfic de Pol·lèntia
Roman provincial capital on Mallorca, founded 123 BC, excavated from 19th century onward
📌 Fast Facts
- Founded: 123 BC following Roman conquest of Balearic Islands
- Location: Alcúdia, northern Mallorca, Spain
- Primary structures: Roman theater, forum, domestic quarters, bath complex
- Museum focus: African Red Slip ceramics, coins, jewelry, mosaics, trade goods
The archaeological site of Pollentia is a Roman provincial city in Alcúdia on Mallorca that served as the administrative and commercial center of the Balearic Islands for nearly five centuries. Founded in 123 BC following Rome's conquest of the archipelago, Pollentia operated as a vital trading port and urban settlement until its decline in the late 4th century AD. As of 2026, the excavated ruins and adjoining Museu Monogràfic de Pol·lèntia remain accessible to researchers and visitors ...