Seville is one of the most beautiful cities in Spain, which, moreover, is its industrial, commercial and tourist center. A huge number of attractions in Seville, attracts tourists with its splendor and luxury, and the world-famous traditional holidays amaze with its triumph and fun!
What to see in Seville?
The Royal Palace of the Alcazar in Seville
Most of the royal complex of Alcázar was built in Seville in the middle of the fourteenth century on the ancient ruins of the Arab fortress by King Pedro I. Thus, the palace combines interesting Moorish and Gothic styles.
The creation of the Arab part of the Alcázar was attended by the best Moorish masters. Here you will see majestic columns and arches, graceful carvings and stucco, magnificent ceilings, as well as cozy patios and swimming pools. The modern part of the palace complex impresses with the beauty of the more familiar European eye of architecture. It is here, on the second floor of the building, is the residence of the current King of Spain Juan Carlos I and his family. Among other things, no one will be left indifferent by the magnificent gardens located behind the palace, with fragrant roses along the avenues, fountains and pavilions.
Cathedral of Seville
The cathedral, built in the late Gothic style, is the largest temple in Spain, and also the third largest in Europe. Its construction began in the beginning of the XV century on the site, where previously there was the largest mosque in Spain. The interior of the cathedral reflects a variety of styles, as well as values that are difficult to find material expression: examples of Mauritanian style art, gothic carvings, plateresque style gratings, copper images, jewelry, icons, as well as the painting of many famous masters. The cathedral is also famous for the remains of Christopher Columbus, Cardinal Cervantes, Alfonso X, Doña Maria de Padilla and Pedro the Cruel.
On the territory of the Cathedral there is a kind of symbol of Seville - the Giralda tower, which was built earlier than the cathedral and now serves as its bell tower. On the tower, at an altitude of 93 meters, there is an observation deck, from where a wonderful view of the city and its surroundings opens.
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Plaza of Spain
The magnificent Plaza of Spain, located in the southern part of Seville in the park of Maria Luisa, was created in 1929 by the architect Anibal Gonzalez to hold the Latin American exhibition. The square has a semi-circular shape and runs along a picturesque canal along which you can make an excellent boat trip. In addition, the area is surrounded by significant buildings, including the Municipality of Seville, the Civil Government, as well as city museums, etc.
Metropol Parasol
The world's largest architectural structure of wood and the pearl of modern architecture of Seville is rightly considered the Metropol Parasol. The gigantic building is located in the very center of the city in Encarnación Square, where there is an archaeological museum, several bars and restaurants, and at the very top are footpaths and observation platforms from where you can see all the splendor of the city.
Museum of Fine Arts of Seville
This is one of the most visited museums of Andalusia, which is located in the building of the ancient monastery of the Order of Merced Calzada, built in 1612. It is here that the largest collection of paintings of the Seville school of the golden age is presented, as well as the richest collection of works by famous Spanish painters of the XVII century - Valdes Leal, Murillo, Alonso Cano, Zurbaran, Francisco Pacheco and Herrera. In addition, there are amazing works by Pacheco, Van Dyck, Rubens, Titian, as well as the sculptural collection of Sedano, Martinez Montanes, Torrigiano, Pedro de Mena, Juan de Mesa and Luis Roldan.
Certainly, going to Spain, it is worth to allocate a few days to visit Seville. All you need for this is a passport and a visa to Spain .