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 A Chalcolithic settlement |
Plaza de España 9 Casa de la Cultura Seville, Seville 41907 Spain |
The set of dolmens in the Valencina de la Concepcion district of Seville can be found on a hill in Aljarafe. The dolmens date from 2000 B.C., that is, the Eneolithic or Chalcolithic period, the transition period between the Stone Age and the Bronze Age. This is therefore a set of dolmens that date from a relatively late prehistoric period. There are about 20 dolmens in this area. You can visit one called La Pastora with a 46m-long passage and a shorter one known as Matarrubilla. To round off your visit to the monument, you can watch a short film in the Casa de Cultura in Valencina de la Concepcion where you can also see an exhibition of the objects found during excavation work. Visits must be arranged by telephone. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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An impressive Moorish minaret |
Plaza Virgen de los Reyes Alemanes, s/n Seville 41004 Spain +1 34 95 421 4971 |
Seville's most impressive building was originally a Moorish minaret, known as the Mohammedan minaret of La Giralda. It is attached to its adjacent mosque which was later converted into the cathedral bell tower with the addition of Renaissance-style balconies. It's well worth climbing to the top for some stunning views of the city. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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An adventure in the New World |
Isla de la Cartuja Seville 41092 Spain +34 95 448 7000 http://www.islamagica.es/ |
A spectacular theme park that recreates the great age of discoveries and Spain's adventures in South America during the 15th and 16th centuries. You can explore the Amazon, travel the Quetzal trail, visit a pirate's lair and find out how the indigenous peoples used to live back then. The most popular attractions are the hair-raising roller-coaster called the Jaguar (only suitable for the very daring) and the theatre shows. The park opens for the season in March and daily opening hours vary according to the time of year. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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The lungs of Seville |
Avenida de la Borbolla Paseo de las Delicias, s/n Seville 41013 Spain +34 95 422 1404 |
Sitting in the centre of the city is a huge expanse of parkland planted with a wide variety of trees from all over the world. This is the perfect place to spend a relaxing Sunday afternoon. It has been carefully laid out with lots of space to wander among the exotic plants and numerous areas where you can sit and rest. You can rent bicycles and even take a horse-drawn carriage ride. It's named after Princess María Luisa who donated some of the land and plants from her palace gardens to start the public park. Inside, you'll find examples of all styles of architecture in the buildings erected as pavilions for Seville's 1929 Ibero-American Expo. Join one of the free guided tours given by students of the tourism school on weekends. Admission: free. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Arab palace in the heart of Seville |
Plaza del Triunfo Patio de Banderas, s/n Seville 41004 Spain +34 95 450 2323 |
Muslim ruler Abd Ar Rahman III had this Mudéjar-style palace built in 913. The variety of tiles, ornamental arches, crafted wooden ceilings and geometric designs are a wonderful demonstration of Arabic interior design. The most impressive rooms are the Patio de Banderas with the Giralda Tower behind it, the Patio de las Doncellas and the Patio de la Montería. The Salón de los Embajadores (Ambassadors' Hall) is especially ornate. The beautifully landscaped gardens and fountains outside it create a truly peaceful atmosphere. Social events, musical and theatrical performances are held here. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Arab architecture on the river bank |
Paseo de Cristóbal Colón Seville 41001 Spain +1 34 95 422 2419 |
Built by 13th-century Almohad rulers of Seville to control shipping along the River Guadalquivir, this attractive tower is within easy walking distance of the cathedral, Giralda Tower and Maestranza Bullring. There are a few legends that attempt to explain why it's called Torre del Oro (The Golden Tower). One says that the gold from the New World was stored here in the 16th and 17th centuries. Another claims that the Almohads originally covered its outer walls in golden tiles. The battlements on the upper part were added in the 18th century. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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