Historic Seville

Located west of Granada and Córdoba, Seville is the cultural heart of southern Spain.

The vibrant, sunny Andalusian capital is packed with massive Gothic monuments, colorful plazas, and rich Mudéjar architecture. Here are our top three sites:

1. The Royal Alcázar of Seville (Real Alcázar)

A breathtaking, active royal palace complex renowned as the pinnacle of Mudéjar architecture., which was a unique fusion of Moorish and Spanish designs .
Tue main sites within the Alcazar include The Palace of King Don Pedro .Its jaw-dropping geometric tilework and intricate stucco was designed by Moorish craftsmen for a Christian king.

The Patio of the Maidens has a stunning central courtyard with a long reflecting pool framed by elegant multi-lobed arches.

The Royal Gardens are a massive labyrinth of palm trees, orange groves, mazes, and fountains.

2. Seville Cathedral & The Giralda Tower

The cathedral has largest Gothic tower in the world and is a monumental UNESCO World Heritage site.

The Main Altarpiece has a towering, golden wall featuring over 45 carved scenes, and considered a masterpiece of Christian art.

The Tomb of Christopher Columbus is a grand monument inside the central nave where four stone bearers carry the explorer’s casket.

The Giralda Is aniconic bell tower, originally built as a minaret for the Almohad mosque. You csn can climb it for panoramic city views.

3. Barrio Santa Cruz (The Old Jewish Quarter)

Seville’s most romantic and historic neighborhood, is located directly adjacent to the Alcázar..

A maze of winding, whitewashed streets is designed to create natural shade and cool breezes during hot summers.: Picturesque squares like Plaza de Doña Elvira, are shaded by orange trees and lined with traditional ceramic benches.. This is the premier district to find intimate, authentic flamenco taverns and live performance spaces (tablaos).

Destination: Spain