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 Memoirs from the 'discovery' of America |
Avenida de la Constitución Seville 41001 Spain +34 95 422 5158 |
The Renaissance style, quadrangular floor and large central patio are perhaps the most important characteristics of the Archivo General de Indias (General Archives of the Indies). In 1785 King Carlos III decided to transform the city's fish market into an archive for documents and testimonies from the New World, which up until then had been scattered throughout various territories. In this building, a meeting place for researchers, nearly 40,000 documents that deal with the first expeditions to the New World, from the moment of the 'discovery' to the 19th Century, are carefully filed, making the Archivo a cornerstone for research of this historical period. A visit here is a trip through the development of trade between Seville and the New World, especially with the 'Old and New World Commerce' exhibit. In the surroundings of the Archivo, you can enjoy views of the catedral, Giralda (La), Santa Cruz neighborhood, and Reales Alcázares (Los). Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 The best Flamenco |
Calle Rodo 7 Seville 41001 Spain +34 95 421 6492 |
Flamenco stage in the heart of Sevilla that offers a dance production featuring regional professionals. Located in an original building from the 18th Century and thoroughly decorated in genuine Andalusian style. Among its many awards is the prestigious honor given by the New York Times as one of the best Flamenco establishments in the city. Two dinner seatings are offered every evening, at 9:30p and 10:30p, during which the attractive and varied show takes place. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Five screens - no dubbing |
Calle Marqués de Paradas 15 Seville 41001 Spain +34 95 438 0157 |
This is the only five-screen cinema in Seville that shows films with subtitles and not dubbed. It has Dolby Digital Stereo and THX sound system. The theaters are medium-sized and the screens are small. It does not have wheelchair access. This cinema can be found in the upmarket area of Seville close to the hotels built for Expo '92, and next to Museo de Bellas Artes de Sevilla and the shopping centre Plaza de Armas. It is very close to the Guadalquivir river and the Plaza de Armas bus station. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Five Screens |
Calle Centro Comercial Plaza de Armas Plaza de Armas, s/n Seville 41006 Spain +34 95 439 1012 |
This cinema has 5 screens of between 125 and 240 tiered seats each, Dolby Digital Stereo, SDDS and DTS sound systems; it also has ramps and a lift for disabled access and disabled toilets. It is a completely modern cinema, incorporated within the shopping centre Plaza de Armas next to a multitude of diverse shops: clothing, sportswear, computers, music, photography, etc. In this shopping centre, you will find fast food restaurants and restaurants serving typically Andalusian dishes. You can also visit the Museum of Fine Arts of Seville here, and it is very close to the Guadalquivir River and the bus station Plaza de Armas. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Royal Symphony Orchestra of Seville |
Avenida de la Republica Argentina 25 Paseo de Colón, 22 Seville 41011 Spain +34 95 422 3344 http://www.rossevilla.com/ |
The Royal Symphony Orchestra of Seville (ROSS), one of the best musical companies in Spain, offers the traditional Extraordinary Christmas Concert in the Theatre of the Maestranza, and it has become a must for classical music lovers. The quality of the ROSS is often coupled with a feature soloist or prestigious choral group from Europe invited to join the event. This serves to make the concert even more worthwhile and interesting, and a true beginning to the Christmas celebration that is well received by music-loving Sevillian audiences. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Open air opera shows |
Pasaje del Ateneo 5 Pasaje del Ateneo, 5, 3º D Seville 41001 Spain |
Seville has become a popular venue for opera lovers over the last few years mainly due to the opening of the Maestranza Theatre. Alongside performances at this new theater, a popular open air Opera Festival takes place during September in various locations around the city. The Association of Friends of the Opera organizes the event along with a range of parallel activities including performances of belle canto. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Large paintings |
Calle Zaragoza 26 Seville 41003 Spain +34 95 422 8501 |
Young artists of all nationalities show off their best work in this gallery. The exhibitions usually last a month. A type of informal painting style, consisting of abstract language is what you can see on the walls of this gallery. They are large works measuring about 195x130 centimeters and are painted using different colors. The strength of the brush work can be compared to that of abstract expressionist artists. You can observe the artist's personal interpretations in these works. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Surrealist and abstract paintings and sculptures |
Calle General Castaños 30 Seville 41001 Spain +34 95 421 9358 |
A great number of exhibitions have been put on in this gallery. They last about 25 days, and you can enjoy the displays of Surrealist paintings by young artists, sculpture that is usually abstract in style and often uses materials such as iron or painted concrete, and drawings that are usually very personal in style. In these exhibitions you can see how there are increasing numbers of young artists exploring the most innovative forms of art, and who then go on to enjoy great success in the different artistic fields.Inside the gallery, you can apply to buy a particular work on display. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Oil paintings |
Calle Mariano de Cavia 4 Seville 41001 Spain +34 95 456 1084 |
The technique most often-used by the artists who exhibit in this gallery is that of oil on canvas. The exhibitions last about two months. These young artists show marked influences from the Vanguardism of the 1930's. The paintings can almost be described as abstract, and use a limited range of colours. There are also exhibitions of representational art, including still-lifes and landscapes, with personal touches such as using thick paint work. The use of colour is interesting especially in the landscapes, as the artists almost always choose tones from the same range of colours. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Attractive and prestigous, day and night |
Calle Canalejas 12 Seville 41001 Spain +34 95 421 4389 |
In front of the Hotel Colón, one of the best five-star hotels in Seville, you can find this establishment, open almost 24 hours a day and known for being the usual stomping grounds of the Prince of Asturias and the Princesses when they were single and would visit the city of the Giralda Tower. The breakfasts, lunches, dinners, and cocktails at night are served with great style. Large variety of dishes, wines, and international beers, and, usually, theme parties and live shows. The summer terrace is also an attractive alternative to the summer heat. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Sculptures influenced by different styles |
Calle Chicarreros Seville 41004 Spain +34 95 459 7100 |
This gallery's sculpture exhibitions usually last about 45 days. The young artists who exhibit in this gallery, sponsored by Caja San Fernando, use iron as their main material, and show great skill in working with it. The sculptures are given very varied connotations, and the empty spaces left are a perfect complement to the rest of the work. They are sculptures full of creativity that manage to combine the language of the most absolute abstract art with naturalism. You can enjoy this form of static art, and let your imagination fly free. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Sculpture and paintings |
Calle Albareda 17 Seville 41001 Spain +34 95 421 6708 |
Among the artwork exhibited here you can find watercolours and a large number of sculptures. The exhibitions change every month. Entering the terrain of cubism, the artists change the language of the painting by geometrizing the shapes. Stretching the perspectives emphasises the figures compared to the background. With regard to the sculptures, which are also influenced by cubism, you can observe a concept of space that does not follow traditions, in which the importance given to empty spaces is one of the predominant features, especially in the pieces that use metal. You can find impressive works of art displayed here together with very well defined and sensual volumes. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Flamenco atmosphere with live music |
Calle Duarte 3 Seville 41010 Spain +34 61 704 1732 |
This cocktail bar is done up in an old-fashioned style, with a Flamenco atmosphere that seeps in from all four walls. You can enjoy the unforgettable live shows both Fridays and Saturdays, always after 11p, the magical hour when this Triana hot spot fills will fans of the traditional music of the land. The price of mixed drinks is very reasonable for all wallets, so don't hesitate to order an aged whiskey or the delicious honey rum. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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From the 70's |
Calle Sierpes 25 Seville 41004 Spain +34 95 422 6878 http://andalunet.com/teatro-im... |
Situated in the centre of Seville, very close to La Campana, this is an old cinema converted into a theatre after the decline of cinema at the end of the 70's. The playhouse maintains the flavour of old theatres, seats, decorations, and above all plays that it stages. The programming is dedicated for a large part of the year to musicals, 'zarzuelas' (traditional Spanish opera), operettas, and concerts by well-known and popular singers. One of the best things about this theatre is its location. Forming part of the heart of the city, from here you can easily get to Sierpes Street, Plaza Nueva, Plaza de San Francisco, the Ayuntamiento, or Iglesia del Salvador. Nearby you can find bars, shops of all types, banks and above all the Plaza del Salvador, a great place to meet and have a beer in the evening. Ticket office hours: 10a-2p & 6p-9p. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Top spot for music and opera |
Paseo Cristóbal Colón 22 Seville, Es 41001 Spain +34 95 422 6573 http://www.teatromaestranza.com |
One of Spain's big three opera houses along with the Liceo in Barcelona and Teatro de la Opera in Madrid. The larger of the two auditoriums hosts the work of prestigious directors. It's home to Seville's Royal Symphony Orchestra (www.rossevilla.com) who perform here most of the year. The whole building has been designed for easy disabled access. You'll find it by the city's bullring and close to the Torre del Oro, in an area full of good bars and restaurants. Box office: 10a-2p & 5:30p-8:30p. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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