Sites of Interest

Barrio de Santa Cruz

The famous Santa Cruz Barrio is the old historic Jewish quarter of the city. Its actual appearance with typical Sevillian style patios, narrow streets and picturesque plazas dates back to the beginning of the 20th century. The Santa Cruz church lies within the barrio. The building of the church started in 1665 by the architect José Tirado in Baroque style and completed in 1728. Travelers can explore old palaces, the house of the Barber of Seville, or the statue of Don Juan

Cathedral

The Cathedral of Seville was built in the 15th and 16th century in Gothic style on the grounds of the former major Arab mosque. It is the largest place of worship in Spain, and the third largest cathedral in the world. The interior of the cathedral is hugh and contains a large collection of artwork, paintings of Murillo and Zurbarán and the gold smith Juan de Arfe. The Giralda minaret is a masterpiece of Almohad architecture and contains the tomb of Christopher Columbus.

Alcazar

The Christian monarchs, Alfonso X and Pedro I employed Moorish craftsmen to build the Real Alcazar of Seville in the 14th century. Just as beautiful as the Alhambra in Granada, the Alcazar is a wonderful place to spend an afternoon wondering through the cool courtyards and marvel at the Moorish architecture. The Hall of the Kings, the Hall of Charles V and the Hall of the Ambassadors are important rooms that lead to the patio. The gardens are a virtual paradise, and many of the trees and plants are those brought back by Columbus and later explorers from the New World.

La Macarena

Macarena basilica is a modern church, built between 1936 and 1941 by architect Gómez Millán in Neo-Baroque style. The church and the neighborhood gets its name from Virgen de la Esperanza Macarena, sculpture, a beautiful sculpture of which stands in the center. Other attractions include the old convents and churches tucked away in the small alleyways and winding streets.

Museums

Museo Provincial de Bellas Artes is probably the best in Seville displaying works by several famous artists including Murillo, Valdes, Leal, Zurbaran, and El Greco. The museum of contemporary art is home works of art by 20th century painters including Joan Miro. Other good museums include the Archaeological museum, the Bullring museum, Pop Customs museums and Torre del Oro.

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