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Morning at La Seu: the "Magic Eight" Appears Again

The Magic Eight at Palma Cathedral

Learn what the Magic Eight is and why this light phenomenon appears inside Palma Cathedral.

Published: April 22, 2026
Morning at La Seu: the "Magic Eight" Appears Again

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What is the Magic Eight at Palma Cathedral?

The Magic Eight is a light phenomenon inside La Seu in Palma, where sunlight passing through the main window creates a mirrored shape on the opposite wall that looks like a horizontal eight. It is also known in Spanish as the Milagro de la Luz. The effect is one of the best-known early morning sights at Palma Cathedral.

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