You may have heard of the city of Seville before but do you actually know what to do here? What's there to see? How can you have fun? What are unforgettable experiences that you can only have once you get to this beautiful Andalusian city? For the most part, Seville only seems like this picturesque city that's only good for sightseeing. And while there are a lot to see here, there's also a lot to do here too! You can spend an entire day exploring and doing all sorts of things in Seville and you'll still end up with a lot of great memories!
Marvel At The Royal Alcázar
While Paris has the Eiffel Tower, London has Big Ben, and New York has the Statue of Liberty, Seville has The Royal Alcázar! Its unique Moorish-style is a relic of the region's Muslim history, especially since the place used to be the residence of the Abbadid dynasty. Over the years, however, Castilian Catholics have since put their own artistic influence into the must-see attraction. Gaze upon the thousands of beautiful arcs, each as fascinating as the next. A maze of pathways and walkways give a peek into the opulence of Spanish-Arabic culture, one that you won't see anywhere else!
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Explore The Santa Cruz District
Among all the
neighborhoods in Seville, the Santa Crus district is definitely one that you ought to explore. The entire place is one huge art piece, what with the different architectural styles displayed here. From Baroque to Renaissance with hints of Gothic and a little bit of Moorish, it's like this one area in the city is an entire world of its own. And with the number of
foodie hotspots, quirky shops, art galleries, and more to visit here, you really won't get bored at all! In fact, you'll likely spend most of your time here than anywhere else!
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Visit The Cathedral of Seville
While you're still in the Santa Cruz district, don't forget to stop by The Cathedral of Seville. Arguably the most famous and most important church in the city, it's also considered the largest Gothic church in the world. You can see from the severity of its design, down to the opulence of its interior, that it's one of the pinnacles of Catholic art, not just in Spain, but in the entire world. Not to mention that it's also an architectural marvel, the type to be studied in design schools and the like. Even if you're not a Catholic yourself, you won't want to miss this iconic church!
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Watch A Bullfight
Among other things, Seville is famous for its bullfights. People from all over the city and beyond gather at the famous Plaza de Toros to see the most prominent toreador's duel with the fearsome creature. And while it's an exciting spectacle, at times, it's even caused injuries to not only the bullfighters but also to the audience as well. You'd do well in exercising caution while you're here! Nevertheless, a bullfight is one thing you ought to see, at least once, while you're in Seville. Though it's become widely criticized nowadays, there's no denying its unique impact on Spanish culture.
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Shop At Lonja Del Barranco Market
Andalusia is actually quite underrated when it comes to its cuisine. Some of Spain's most delicious dishes and most fascinating delicacies come from here. And if there's one place where you can get them at their finest, it's at Lonja Del Barranco Market. A haven for foodies on a budget, what you'll eat here is probably more authentic and, at times, more scrumptious than what you'd find in the top restaurants in the city. Even better, of course, is that they're cheap, allowing you to keep your
dining costs at a minimum as you gorge on street food, sweets, and more!
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Eat Some Tapas
While you're at it, you might want to eat some tapas too! You may not know this but tapas actually originated in Andalusia, the region where Seville is. Now, the delicacy has become a major signature in Spanish cuisine. You can eat it just about anywhere, from Barcelona to
Fuengirola and more! However, there's no denying that the ones from where it originated would probably taste the best. And while Seville is only part of Andalusia—and probably not the city where it actually originated—the tapas here at still as excellent as ever! In terms of a place, the oldest tapas bar in the world,
El Rinconcillo, would be a great choice!
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Enjoy Some Flamenco
Finally, when the sun sets on your one day in Seville, you'd want to end it with a bang, right? And here in Spain, there's no better 'bang' than some traditional, old-school flamenco! You can watch performers dance and stomp their hearts out at the many flamenco places in Seville, each more traditional and authentic than the next. There's a sexiness, a sensuality, and a passion in flamenco that would just hypnotize you in more ways than one. Even if you're not dancing it yourself, you'll still feel the heat. So much so you might even end up sweating just by watching!
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Seville is more than just a beautiful city in Andalusia, Spain, Beyond this postcard-ready picturesque time are experiences you wouldn't find anywhere else. And even if you only have a day to spend here, you'll fill it up with so many things to see and do you won't know where to start!
