Seville Cathedral and the Giralda
Seville Cathedral is the largest Gothic temple in the world. Its origins date back to the 12th century, when the caliph Abú Yuqub Yusuf ordered its construction. In 1248, after the conquest by Fernando III of Castile, the mosque was transformed into the church of Santa María de la Sede, beginning a series of modifications and extensions over the centuries.
Today, the Cathedral has 10 doors, with the Puerta de la Asunción as the main door and the Puerta del Perdón, the oldest of the antique Almohad mosque. Inside, there are five naves, the central nave and transept being the highest.
Among the chapels, the Royal Chapel stands out for housing the image of the Virgin of the Kings and the remains of monarchs such as Fernando III and Pedro I El Cruel. The Cathedral is also one of the best art galleries in Spain, exhibiting works by Murillo, Goya, Alonso Cano, Francisco Herrera el Mozo, and Luis de Morales, among others.
Santa Cruz neighbourhood
This neighbourhood is known for its narrow streets, stately houses and flower-filled courtyards.Santa Cruz underwent a renaissance at the end of the 19th century, thanks to the renovations following the Ibero-American Exhibition of 1929.
Enjoy a stroll through its narrow streets, from Calle Mateos Gago to Plaza de Santa Cruz, learning about the stories and legends that can be found in every corner.
Plaza de España
Designed by the Sevillian architect Aníbal González for the Ibero-American Exhibition of 1929, the Plaza de España is a symbol of the embrace between the old metropolis and its colonies.
Its semi-elliptical shape and its immense surface area of 50,000 square metres make it the most imposing square in Spain.
The canal bordering the square, its bridges representing the ancient kingdoms, the semi-circular lake and the twin towers all contribute to the square's impotence.
Torre del Oro
This tower was built for defensive purposes in the 13th century, on the banks of the Guadalquivir River. The 36-metre-high tower has three sections that reflect different architectural periods.
Built by the Almohads in its first two sections and completed with a third cylindrical section in the 18th century, the Torre del Oro defended the river entrance to the Puente de Barcas and guarded the access to the Arenal.
Nowadays, it has a naval museum on the two floors that can be visited and a panoramic terrace.