12 Photos That Will Make You Wish You Were in Seville
Welcome to Seville, the capital of Andalusia and Spain's fourth-largest city. The city lies on both banks of the Guadalquivir River, southwest of the Iberian Peninsula, about 80 kilometers (50 miles) from the Atlantic Ocean. Founded as a Roman town, Seville is approximately 2,200 years old. Its historical center, famous for the Alcázar Royal Palace, the Cathedral, and the General Archive of the Indies – UNESCO World Heritage Sites, is the largest in Spain and, along with Venice and Genoa's, one of the largest in Europe. Enjoy the beauty of Seville through my twelve photographs.
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Metropol Parasol, Seville's iconic modern landmark |
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Seville Cathedral's Gothic-style interior |
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Torre del Oro, by the Guadalquivir River, is one of Seville's finest examples of Moorish architecture |
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A MetroCentro tram at its stop by the Cathedral |
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Interior of the main building of the University of Seville |
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A colorful ceramic tile religious artwork depicting Christ on the Cross on the exterior of the Church of San Pedro |
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An old street at 11:25 pm |
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Seville cityscape as seen from the top of the Metropol Parasol, including the cathedral |
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Plaza de España, an iconic example of Regionalism Architecture |
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Seville Cathedral's Gothic-style interior |
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The Coliseo Building, a 20th-century Regionalism-style structure on the Avenue of Constitution |
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Inside the Royal Tobacco Factory (now the University of Seville), made famous by Bizet's opera Carmen |
Best Places to Stay in Seville
Seville consists of 11 districts and 108 barrios; each has its own charm. The city center's best feature is that almost everything is within walking distance. Public transportation or taxis aren't necessary if you stay in the Old Town or across the river in the Triana neighborhood – all you need are comfortable footwear and a good mood! If you want to be near the city's most famous attractions or are a first-time visitor, the barrio Santa Cruz is undoubtedly the best area to stay in Seville.
Seville: Casa de la Memoria Flamenco Show
Seville is the cradle of flamenco, one of the finest examples of Andalusian folklore. The Casa de la Memoria Flamenco Show is a 1-hour flamenco show that will take you through the history and culture of Seville. Enjoy a thrilling dance performance accompanied by amazing acoustic music!
Have you been to Seville? Are there any places in my photos that you particularly like? Feel free to share your thoughts in the comments section below.
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