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The most beautiful sights in Seville

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The most beautiful sights in Seville
Inserted: 29.09.2020
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Seville is rightly one of the most beautiful places in Andalusia in southern Spain. Here you will find beautiful streets and lots of churches that have an unforgettable atmosphere. However, the most famous monuments include the local cathedral, palace and amazing squares. Let's take a look at them

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St. Mary's Cathedral in Seville

The largest Gothic cathedral in the world

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| Altitude: 20 m / 66 ft

St. Mary's Cathedral in Seville is the largest Gothic cathedral in the world. Even more than the exterior of this sanctuary, you will admire here mainly the interior. You will find here amazing columns, arches and gold covered altar. There is also the tomb of Christopher Columbus – you will easily find this place thanks to a number of tourists gathering around. Although there are many people in the cathedral, there is an amazing atmosphere. In addition, shaded patio and amazing Giralda tower are adjacent to the cathedral.   continue reading

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Real Alcázar in Seville

Jewel of Mudejar architecture

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| Altitude: 20 m / 66 ft

Real Alcázar in Seville belongs among the most beautiful Moorish palaces in Spain. It is situated just a short walk from the Cathedral of Virgin Mary and a part of the pavilion are beautiful and large gardens. continue reading

3.
Plaza de España in Seville

History of Spanish cities in brief

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| Altitude: 20 m / 66 ft

Plaza de España is a little bit different square. Upon close inspection you will see the most important milestones of all major Spanish cities depicted on the tiles azujelos. Here you can ride a pedal boat or just admire the monumental architecture enclosing this square.   continue reading

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Giralda Tower

Landmark of Seville

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| Altitude: 20 m / 66 ft

The most significant landmark throughout Seville is 104.5 meters high tower Giralda, former minaret adjacent to the huge Gothic cathedral in Seville. Upon its completion in 1198 it was the highest tower in the world. Nowadays, viewing platform is also accessible and you will be able to see from here almost the entire town.   continue reading

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Plaza de Toros

Bullring in Seville

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| Altitude: 20 m / 66 ft

One of the interesting sights in Seville is the magnificent bullring, which can be visited not only during corrida days. You can get acquainted here with the history of this traditional Spanish “sport”. This stadium is interesting also for its architecture and color design.   continue reading

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Torre del Oro

The most famous fortress in Seville

Altitude: 4 m / 13 ft

Torre del Oro is a military watchtower located at the southwest end of the historic center of Seville. It was tactically built on the banks of the Guadalquivir River. It got its name „Golden Tower“ after its luster, which it throws on the river surface continue reading

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