
By the River Guadalquivir ©FG
The modern arched bridge over Guadalquivir ©FG |
Torre del Oro - the watch tower that oversaw entrance of ships to the port. A chain went across the river to block the passage of unauthorised vessels. ©FG |
1929 was an important year for Ibero-Americano cooperation. After 20 years of planning and planned to be held in 1914, only to be delayed by the Great War, colonies decided to show the best that they had to offer, architecture and style wise, for a year from June 1929. Sevilla, being the centre of Latin American exploration, was given the honours to host this fair. Each participating country, including the USA, Portugal and Brazil, built an exhibition place each which was later functioned as their consulate building. The landmark of this expo is the Plaza de España, the picturesque building which showcases the splendour of Renaissance, Moorish and Baroque styles of construction. This beautiful structure may appear familiar as it had been used as the backdrop in many Hollywood blockbusters including 'Lawrence of Arabia' and 'Star Wars'.
Plaza de España ©FG |
The Pavilion at Plaza de España ©FG |
The walls at the Plaza are decorated by the coat of arms of each Spanish district ©FG |
The Real Alcázar (Royal Palace) of Sevilla showcases the majestic representations of the greatness Visigoth, Moorish and Gothic architecture. A portion of the palace is still being used by the Spanish royalties for state functions.
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The Star of David is evidence that the Jewish community is represented in this palatial area too. ©FG |
Eyecatching patterns ©FG |
The infusion of Islamic scripture to remind everyone that above all Allah is the mightiest. Apparently, some of the Arabic inscriptions also glorify Christian rulers. ©FG |
The Courtyard of the maidens of Alcázar. ©FG |
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The coveted Seville Cathedral ©FG |
Interior of Seville Cathedral ©FG
Bullfight ring - Seville ©FG |
A typical Spanish square. A cosy place for Sangria, tapas, idle chat, people watching and followed by an afternoon siesta. Life... ©FG |
The Kissing Alley - private ownership promoted uncoordinated extensins of buildings. It is, however, convenient for potential and wannabe Romeos and Juliets for their amorous activities. ©FG |
Souvenir from Sevilla. The characteristic broken marble ceramic from Andalusia. It is said this type of design is Visigoth in origin, not Islamic or Arabic. ©FG |
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