Here you are on Plaça del Mercat, meaning the Market Square. As you’ve probably guessed, it was home to a market during Moorish times. In 1302, the square officially started hosting markets under the order of King James II, and they were held here every Saturday until the 19th century. This is where public executions took place during the Inquisition. It's incredible to think that this spot, once filled with pyres and crowds witnessing executions, has transformed into such a vibrant, joyful place. The imposing building you see before you, proudly showing the flags of Mallorca, Spain, and the European Union, is the High Court of Justice of the Balearic Islands. If the door is open, step into the inner courtyard—and you’ll witness a testimony to the wealth and importance of the Berga family, those who built the residence in the 18th century. Locals say Mr. Berga was so wealthy, he considered tiling the courtyard with gold coins. When he asked the king for permission, the king reportedly said he had no objection, but under one condition: that his image was not to be stepped upon, meaning the coins would have to be laid vertically, not flat on the ground, so that his face wouldn’t end up face-down or trampled by passersby. As you expected, our vain Mr. Berga gave up on the idea, as he was faced with the absurd cost of such a project.