A key element in understanding our history
“Possessions” and stately homes are a key element in understanding the history and culture of Mallorca. Thanks to them, we can understand how society was structured in the past and what its social and political power was.
The “possessions” are constructions that became rural nuclei, since in them all the agricultural and cattle works of the zone were carried out. In them, you can find ample areas of housing and other dependencies for the agricultural exploitation (wine cellar, mill, vaquerías, sesteaderos, etc.). In Mallorca there were more than 1300 possessions distributed throughout the island according to the map of Cardinal Despuig in 1785.
Many “possessions” originated long before the conquest of Mallorca (1229). In fact, prehistoric and Roman sites can be found in some of them, which show us that they were already strategic spaces many centuries before. Also, during the Islamic period (902-1229) we find the creation of the alquerías that will turn many of them into “possessions”. Thus, the original owners of the “possessions” were the knights and nobles who participated in the conquest of Mallorca in 1229 with the king of the Crown of Aragon, Jaume I. Thus, in most cases, the old names of the Arab alquerías were replaced by the names and surnames of their new owners.
Social structuring of “possessions”
“Possessions” have played a basic role in the evolution of society throughout history to the present day. In fact, many of the older people in the village have worked at some time to some possession. Therefore, one cannot understand the history and way of being of the people without knowing how the possessions work.
Due to the volume of work, the “possessions” were labor-intensive. Because of this fact, many people were needed in order to work. The “senyor” (“lord” in inglish) was the owner of the “possession”. He lived in Palma and delegated the management of his property and resources to another person, called “amo, amitger o mayoral” according to the type of contract established. These in turn, hired other workers from the small peasantry to carry out day-to-day tasks (“missatges”, “jornalers” and “roters”). Undoubtedly, the “possessions” were a clear reflection of the social structure of the old Regime.
With the passage of time due to the partitions in the inheritances or by the economic needs of the owners, the possessions were segregated. Thanks to this fact, the bourgeoisie and the more affluent peasants were acquiring land, increasing their social status and building stately homes in the village. Today, many possessions have been restored and due to the increase in rural tourism, many have been converted into restaurants, agro-tourism, cultural centers or museums. They are an example in Santa Margalida: Son Doblons, Son Real, Sa Capella, Sa Boleda, Santa Eulàlia and s’Alqueria. So, visiting or staying in a possession is the best way to disconnect and feel part of the environment. They are a perfect place to turn off your mobile and leave the stress of everyday life.
Possessions
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Stately homes
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