Situated on the plain of the River Guadalquivir, Seville is the capital of Andalucia, as well as the artistic and cultural capital of southern Spain.

Over 2000 years old, the unique personality of the city has been moulded over time by the numerous cultures which have inhabited and influenced it.

The city of Seville has some amazing sights, including the principal Moorish and Gothic buildings in its old quarter, which are a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Club La Costa regularly organise excursions to this fascinating city.

Upon arrival in Seville the Club La Costa tour begins, including a visit to ‘La Giralda’ and the majestic Plaza de España.

Built between 1401 and 1519, the Cathedral of Seville is one of the largest of all Gothic and medieval cathedrals and is the 3rd largest temple in Christianity after Saint Peter’s in Rome and Saint Paul’s in London. Gold is abundantly evident, and the decorations are lavish. The nave is the longest in all of Spain. The most famous part of the Cathedral is the Giralda, which was originally a minaret, and which has been converted into a bell tower. The statue at the top is known as El Giraldillo, and represents Faith.

The Club La Costa excursion will then give you time to explore the city and perhaps take a ride in a horse drawn carriage through the Maria Luisa Park or walk around the famous Jewish Quarter ‘Santa Cruz’.

The Plaza de España in the Maria Luisa Park was created in 1929 by architect Aníbal González for the 1929 Spanish-American Exhibition. The park is home to a number of other buildings which were constructed for the same exhibition.

The Alcázar de Seville, formerly the Moors’ Palace and which faces the Cathedral, is used in parts today as the official Seville residence of the royal family. The gardens comprise traditions of Moorish, Andalucian and Christian styles.

A great example of the Baroque architecture which prevails in Seville is the University of Seville, an incredible 18th century building which occupies the site of Europe’s first tobacco factory. It is reputed to be the inspiration for the opera, Carmen.

If you have time, museums of note in Seville include The Museum of Fine Arts, the Archaeological Museum, and the Museum of Traditional Arts and Customs.