Seville, Spain (Point of interest)

Seville Cathedral is a masterpiece of Gothic architecture, boasting five naves, a huge carved altar, numerous Renaissance paintings and Christopher Columbus' tomb. Climb the 95-metre high Giralda (belfry) for the best views of the city. Back when ... Continue reading →

Seville's royal palace, the Alcázar, is a showpiece of intricate stucco, cloistered patios and beautiful gardens. Over the centuries, Spain's monarchs have each influenced the palace's design. Mudéjar, Gothic, Plateresque and Baroque styles all c... Continue reading →

Seville's Archive of the Indies (Archivo General de Indias) is a Renaissance building by architect Juan de Herrera. It houses important documents relating to Spain's conquest of the Americas, including papers from Christopher Columbus and Cervantes... Continue reading →

The bell tower of Seville's cathedral, the Giralda, is a rich blend of Gothic and Baroque architectural styles. Head to the top for spectacular city views. The Giralda has ramps instead of stairs, which allowed men to ascend on horseback. The towe... Continue reading →

Set in the ornate building of a former convent, Seville's Museo de Bellas Artes (Fine Arts Museum) houses paintings by Spanish artists like Francisco Zurbarán and Juan de Valdés Leal. There are also diverse collections of sculpture, ceramics and ... Continue reading →

Seville's Plaza de España is a masterpiece of delicately painted tiles and footbridges, designed by Anibal González for the 1929 Ibero-American Expo. A tumbling fountain stands in the centre and a Moorish-style semi-circular government building c... Continue reading →

Whether you agree with bullfighting or not, it is hard to ignore the ornate Baroque façade of Seville's Real Maestranza 14,000-seater bullring. Take a tour of the museum to see oil paintings, elaborate matador costumes and other bullfighting memor... Continue reading →

Seville's Torre del Oro (Tower of Gold) was built in the 13th century during the Almohad dynasty to serve as a military watchtower. Today is stands proudly beside the banks of the Guadalquivir River and houses a small naval museum. There are many ... Continue reading →