Top 14 Things to Do and See in Seville, Spain!

Top 14 Things to Do and See in Seville, Spain!

While traveling throughout southern Spain in the Andalusia region, you will not want to miss the city of Seville (or Sevilla in Spanish). Seville is actually the largest city in Southern Spain and is the capital of the Andalusia region. It is full of Spanish culture and treasures of traveling from its Moorish style buildings, historic palaces and churches to the beautiful parks and flamenco dancing that can be seen throughout the city. Maybe you are more interested in the Spanish tapas or sangria, in which there are multiple restaurants to taste the cuisine and beverages of southern Spain. You won’t tire of the Spanish charm of this city, as there is an abundance of things to see and experience so read about the top 14 things to do and see in the southern Spanish city of Sevilla! They are treasures of traveling you won’t regret visiting. 

-- Luke Keeler

A Short History of Seville’s Plaza de España!

Seville’s famous and iconic Plaza de España was built for the Ibero-American Exhibition World Fair of 1929. While the plaza was once the centerpiece of the fair, it is now one of Seville’s biggest tourist attractions which has even been used in the filming of huge Hollywood movies.

While traveling throughout southern Spain in the Andalusia region, you will not want to miss the city of Seville (or Sevilla in Spanish). Seville is actually the capital of the Andalusia region and is full of Spanish culture and treasures of traveling such as the Plaza de España. There are so many interesting places to visit within Seville, like the Cathedral, the Royal Alcazar and the Bull Ring, but the Plaza de España is one spectacular treasure you won’t want to miss. 

A Brief History of Plaza de España

Believe it or not, one of Spain’s most recognizable squares, the Plaza de España is actually less than a hundred years old. It was originally designed and constructed for the Ibero-American Exposition World’s Fair that took place in Seville in 1929 to bring Spain together with its former Latin American colonies by sharing culture and promoting positive relationships among the participating countries. To read more about the history of Plaza de España visit the Treasures Of Traveling website. 

-- Luke Keeler

Visiting the Real Alcazar of Seville!

The Real Alcazar of Seville is a must-see palace you shouldn’t miss while visiting Spain.

While traveling throughout southern Spain in the Andalusia region, you will not want to miss the city of Seville (or Sevilla in Spanish). Seville is actually the capital of the Andalusia region and is full of Spanish culture and Treasures of Traveling such as the Real Alcazar of Seville. There are so many interesting places to visit within Seville and the Royal Alcazar of Seville will top the list for many people. From the royal palace to the exquisite gardens, this should be on anyone’s itinerary when visiting Seville. 

The Alcazar Has Many Names

Depending on who you talk to, this palace might have a different name. Some people call it The Real Alcazar (Royal Palace in English), others say Reales Alcazares (Royal Palaces) and even others while using English will call it the Alcazar Palace or the Alcazar Castle. Let’s face it, most people make up their own names for buildings, but while visiting the Alcazar, I learned the real name. It’s named the Reales Alcazares because this large palace that has extensive gardens is actually made up of many palaces built by different rulers of Spain throughout history.

A Brief History of the Real Alcazar of Seville

Just like so many southern Spanish cities throughout the Andalusia region, Seville has a unique history of being ruled by multiple kings, rulers and empires. During the 1st Century, the area of Seville where the Real Alcazar is located was actually a college. Then a Christian basilica was built on the college’s ruins and when Seville was conquered by the Umayyad Caliphate in 712, they tore down the basilica to build a military fortress. Similar to the history and construction of the Alhambra in Granada.

To read more about the Royal Alcazar of Seville, visit the Treasures of Traveling website!

-- Luke Keeler

Visiting the Seville Cathedral!

Seville Cathedral was registered in 1987 by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site. Find out the reasons it is historical, along with other interesting facts that make this one of the treasures of traveling in southern Spain.

While traveling throughout southern Spain in the Andalusia region, you will not want to miss Seville (or Sevilla in Spanish). The city is actually the capital of the Andalusia region and is full of Spanish culture and Treasures of Traveling such as the Cathedral of Saint Mary of the See, better known as Seville Cathedral. 

It is considered the third largest church in the world and since it is also the seat of a bishop, it’s actually the largest cathedral in the world. It has a fascinating history because originally it was a mosque that was converted into a church, as was so common in the southern part of Spain during the reconquest by the Spanish Monarchs. 

Read more about visiting the the Seville Cathedral on the Treasures of Traveling website. 

-- Luke Keeler

Experiencing a Bullfight in Seville Spain!

Bullfighting is a traditional Spanish sport that is still popular in Seville. It might not be for everyone, but it is definitely one of the many Treasures of Traveling throughout southern Spain. See what it’s like to experience a Spanish bullfight.

When people think about Spain, one of the first things that comes to mind for many people is a Spanish bullfight. It has a rich history in the southern part of Spain known as Andalusia and one of the most famous bullrings in the world is located in Seville. Bullfighting is not only a tradition in Spain, but also in neighboring countries like Portugal and France and much further away in Peru, Colombia and other countries throughout Latin America, as this sport was exported to the new world. In many of these other countries, the bulls are not actually killed like they are in Spain. To read more about bullfighting in Spain, check out the Treasures of Traveling website. 

— Luke Keeler