Church, mosque or temple · UNESCO
Seville Cathedral and Giralda
Seville, Spain
One of the world's largest Gothic cathedrals, with a former minaret as its bell tower.
Palace · Spain · Andalusia
Real Alcazar of Seville
A royal palace of Moorish-style courtyards, tiles and gardens, still used by the Spanish monarchy.
UNESCO World Heritage Paid entry about 2.5 h
For storytellers
Why Real Alcazar of Seville matters
The Alcazar is a palace where Islamic and Christian art blend in one building. Intricate plasterwork, painted ceilings and rippling tiles surround quiet courtyards with fountains. Behind them lie gardens of orange trees, pavilions and pools. It is still an official residence of the Spanish royal family when in Seville, and it has appeared as a filming location for fantasy dramas.
Talking points
- The palace was built over centuries and mixes Moorish-style and Christian styles.
- The gardens are as important as the rooms and offer a calm escape from the heat.
- It is part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site along with the cathedral.
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Good to know: Book timed tickets online; it is among the most popular sights in Andalusia.
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