Brief Guide of Seville
Monuments Sevilla is one of the cities with more history, when she was all of a metropolis, Paris and London were barely villages and their power has been great throughout history since the time of the XVI and XV from her trade in the largest Spanish empire in history is directed
Plaza of Spain In my opinion this is one of the most impressive places in the world, and I've seen a few, if san pedro or the Place de la Concorde impressed you this will make you dream. The main monument is American Exhibition of 1929 and has been the scene of numerous films including "Star Wars" George Lucas. In buildings you can climb the stairs to see see the square from above. And in the center there is a lake where you can rent boats and romantically strolling ten. More info http://www.la-guia.org.es/plaza-espana/
Finally a city that will impress and is reflected in its monuments as we see below
Seville Cathedral It is the world's largest Gothic cathedral and the third with the highest dome without stylistic discriminations after St. Peter's in Rome and St. Paul's in London. Built in the fifteenth century on the old mosque of the city, built in turn in the twelfth century, has a maximum height of 42 meters and an area of 11,520 square meters. It houses the tomb of Christopher Columbus, shared ownership with the tomb has been in Santo Domingo (Dominican Republic). Admission is about 8 euros and includes the climb to the Giralda (the unemployed are free if credited with primer sealed INEM).
La Giralda Majestic minaret of 92 meters high built for the mosque, later used as a bell tower of the cathedral and symbol of the city today. Upload your 34 ramps ensures a splendid view of the city. At the very top of the Giralda can see a bronze figure of 7m known as "El Giraldillo" that acts as a wind vane height, it is said that when the hand of Giraldillo pointing towards the river Guadalquivir is going to rain. More info http://www.giralda.org.es
Alcazar Moorish palace dating from the tenth century is next to Granada generalife of one of the gardens of Arab era best preserved.
Bullring and Museum of the bull and the horse. The Real Maestranza bullring in Seville is one of the most important in the world. Inside there is a museum dedicated to the bull and the horse.
Torre del Oro Watchtower dating from the thirteenth century, his nickname is because originally shone as if covered with gold. It now houses the Maritime Museum. Admission is 3 euros More info http://www.torredeloro.org.es
Arco de la Macarena During the last two centuries, has gone much of the Arab wall that surrounded the city. Among the few sections that still stand in the same, the Arco de la Macarena is by far the best preserved. This bow shoots the wall, which follows the course of the next avenue, known as the Round Capuchins. It is located just opposite the Parliament of Andalusia.
Accommodation Sevilla has an excellent hotel infrastructure and a lot of tourist apartments to rent. We can highlight the following. •
Hotel Murillo in Sevilla
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Suites Murillo Apartments in Sevilla
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Hotel Ateneo in Sevilla
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Apartamentos Lux en Sevilla
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Aparthotel Lux in Sevilla
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Las Casas De la Juderia de Sevilla
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Hotel Itaca Sevilla
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Hotel Virgen de los Reyes
(Photo Hotel Murillo)
Urban Parks Sevilla is a very green city with many nice parks and generally are also botanical parks where we can see species of half the world.
The Parque de MarĂa Luisa This park also of great beauty, interior houses in the Plaza de America, the Archaeological Museum (former Pavilion of Fine Arts), Museum of Arts and Customs (old Mudejar Pavilion) and the Royal Pavilion, all buildings same exposure. Admission is free. This huge park that is next to the Plaza of Spain, was Donated to the city in 1893 by Princess Marie Louise of OrlĂŠans and reformed the same year by the French architect Forestier, with a view to future American Exhibition of 1929.
Parque del Alamillo, Located on the outskirts of the city, near the Olympic Stadium and the Alamillo Bridge, this urban park is the largest of the city. It has a small train ride, trails for walking, skating or biking, swings, kiosks and a wide range of activities in summer (the veranillos of alamillo) mainly focused on the kids in the house.
Neighborhoods Barrio de Santa Cruz Old Jewish neighborhood in the vicinity of the cathedral. Incredible views of the same, many tourist shops, walls covered with flowers and a romantic atmosphere that seduces the walker. It is a must for all who come to the city.
Triana the most authentic quarter of Seville, where a much Sevillian atmosphere breathes in other parts of the city. Here we can see the Puente de Triana with Breathtaking views from across the river let you view, overall, the best part of the ride, the Torre del Oro, the Giralda and the Plaza de Toros de la Maestranza. It is advisable to visit at dawn, at dusk or at night, another interesting point is the Castillo de San Jorge, Triana, former seat of the Inquisition in Seville.
Nervion Nervion is the trendy district of the city, in contrast to the classical romanticism center, Nervion is a modern neighborhood where tourists can enjoy a proper business environment of the finest Parisian neighborhoods.
Museums The Palace of the Countess of Lebrija, located on Calle Cuna, Sevilla, dating from the sixteenth century and the most characteristic is the impressive collection of Roman mosaics, paving almost the entire ground floor, which is considered the "mansion Best paved Europe "also consists of a collection of well parapets, vases, columns, and sculptures of incalculable value. Upstairs you can visit the rooms as the family lived until a few years ago are well preserved and have artwork very interesting, including paintings by Van Dyke, Bruegel, among others, collections of porcelain, glass, etc. Museum hours are: Mon-Fri 10:30 to 19: 30h continuously, Saturday from 10:00 to 14:00 and 16:00 to 18: 00h, Sundays from 10:00 to 14: 00h. (Except the months of July and August: Monday through Friday from 9:00 to 15: 00h. And Saturdays from 10:00 to 14: 00h. Closed Sundays) http://palaciodelebrija.com
Archaeological Museum of Seville , located in the Parque de MarĂa Luisa (free admission for EU citizens).
Museum of Arts and Traditions of Sevilla, opposite the Archaeological Museum (free admission for EU citizens).
Flamenco Dance Museum - Located in the historic Barrio de Santa Cruz, the museum offers an experience for all the senses. Spread over 4 floors, the museum uses interactive touch screens, videos, objects and smells to give information about the history, styles and development of Falmenco who has given birth to this very typical of Spain art and especially in Andalusia.