Seville is the capital of the region of Andalusia and is very proud to be so. Despite having a significant population of over 700,000 people, Seville has not lost any of its beauty or charisma. In fact, if you did not know otherwise, you would never imagine that it is such a large city. Although many cities in Spain have done rather well to preserve their cultural and architectural heritage, it could be argued that no other city has done it quite as well as Seville.
If you enjoy strolling the streets of a historical city and finding a stunning square, monument or building around each corner, then this is one city that will not leave you disappointed. The first and primary attraction in the city is the cathedral which is in fact the third largest cathedral in the world. Even for those of you who are maybe not normally interested in visiting the local church or cathedral, it is very difficult to not be impressed by its beautiful design and sheer presence.
The Santa Cruz neighbourhood is one of the most visited areas of the city and for good reason. This was previously known as the Jewish quarter, and many of the churches which still stand were once synagogues. What really makes this little area rather special though is its maze of narrow cobbled streets, white washed buildings, orange tree lined squares and authentic Andalusian charm.
Triana is the popular and very lively neighbourhood of the city which should be on every visitors to do list. Aside from the charming streets and wonderfully decorated buildings and homes, this is where you will find the very best examples of typical terracotta and Andalusian tile work. That aside, Triana is filled with a remarkable array of cafes, tapas bars and restaurants with are frequented by locals and tourists alike and where you can find some of the tastiest dishes available in the region.
Like Madrid and Barcelona, Seville is one of those cites which is just full of historical monuments and parks. Aside from the cathedral, other major attractions in the city include the Giralda tower, Plaza Espana and the Alcazar, which is an exquisite Moorish palace offering visitors a maze of remarkable patios and wonderfully maintained gardens, which provide welcome comfort from the heat of summer.
Although Seville is located in the south of Spain, and despite there being flights available directly to the city, thanks to the high-speed AVE train, it is also only 2.5 hours from Madrid, making it very easy to get to.
