PASSAGE I
THE CITY OF GARDENS
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eville is a special place in Andalucía, where garden lovers can rejoice among manicured landscapes; the sound of a flamenco floats through the streets; Moorish architecture is displayed in all of its glory and tapas bars spill out of crowded restaurants, into the late night hours. It is here that life beats to a slower, yet joyous tempo. It doesn’t take long before you find yourself humming along to that same tune. Whether your stay is one day or many, Seville is a magical city that will leave you nothing short of enchanted.
STEP INSIDE HISTORY
THE ROYAL ALCÁZAR & GARDENS
Patio de Banderas, alcazarsevilla.org The two main attractions that visitors pilgrimage to in Andalucía are monuments that are sealed in time. The Royal Alcázar in Seville and the Alhambra in Granada are unbelievably spectacular and will have you questioning your definition of the word ‘beautiful’. The Royal Alcázar grounds are enclosed within a Roman wall that separates this otherworldly place from the rest of the world. The carved intricacies and mosaic of colorful patterns throughout the fortress display the artisanship of the period. The manicured gardens span the surroundings of the palace and will seduce garden and non-garden lovers alike. Arriving early is the best way to steer clear of the crowds. Even if the entrance is completely consumed by people, you discover that everyone spreads out. You can even manage to steal moments of solitude, especially in the gardens or in the smaller rooms of the palace.
PLAZA DE ESPAÑA
Av de Isabel la Católica This expansive landmark, created for the Ibero-American Exposition in 1929, stands tall as a distinctive piece of architecture, which was built to showcase the country’s industry and technology. A main center fountain surrounds the all-encompassing building, which yields perfect symmetry from one corner to the next. Visitors can take a short canoe ride on the canal that separates the building from the main plaza. Plan your trip before the sunsets, when the light illuminates the façade in a poignant way.
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