Known as the Giralda of Seville or simply the Giralda Tower, is undoubtedly a must see when visiting the city. To climb the bell tower, you must have the proper physical condition. Fortunately, climbing the 35 floors is via a ramp, which at times seemed endless. When you reach the top, you’ll realize it was worth the effort. The panoramic views are the most impressive of Sevilla. Continue reading “Giralda of Seville”
Author: La Viajera y El Mochilero
Jacinto Benavente y Martínez
In the Buen Retiro park, we find the Monument to Jacinto Benavente by the sculptor Victorio Macho and inaugurated on April 24, 1962. Continue reading “Jacinto Benavente y Martínez”
The Nogal Baths
Since the late nineteenth century, the Nogal Baths have been known by the name of “Bañuelo”, diminutive used to describe because of its size, the smallest of the royal baths in the “Alhambra”. Continue reading “The Nogal Baths”
Cathedral of Cordoba
When you encounter the Cathedral of Cordoba, one is astonished by all the architectural details that it has as well as its location. In the sixteenth century, Bishop Manrique is granted permission to build the cathedral inside the mosque by Carlos V, both agreeing that the Alhaken II expansion of the Mosque be respected and left unaltered. Continue reading “Cathedral of Cordoba”
Peñaflor Palace
Peñaflor Palace in Ecija, Sevilla Province, also known as the “long balconies” was built in the eighteenth century. Continue reading “Peñaflor Palace”
Auto, Bus, Train or Plane?
The issue of mobility when planning a trip, is always of great concern. Many factors influence selecting the best method of transportation or the one that best suits us. Since costs, distances, comfort and even the time available or scheduled to visit a city, everything counts. Sometimes depending on the chosen means of transportation, it can determine the amount of time will stay visiting a city. Continue reading “Auto, Bus, Train or Plane?”
Gardens of the Real Alcazar
The gardens of the Real Alcazar of Seville are the oldest in the city and as many other buildings have suffered major changes throughout its history. Continue reading “Gardens of the Real Alcazar”
The Tendillas Square
In Cordoba we find the “Plaza de las Tendillas” or The Tendillas Square, formerly known as “Las Tendillas de Calatrava”, a name derived from the number of small shops (“tiendas”) that prevailed in the area during the XIV century. Continue reading “The Tendillas Square”
The Écija “Twins”
“The Twins” as is the Church of the Immaculate Conception commonly referred to is the former monastery of the Discalced “Mercedarios” Order. It is precisely the two identical towers which are the only element that remains of the church. Continue reading “The Écija “Twins””
Patio of Comares
The Patio of Comares, in the Alhambra, Granada, Spain. “Water is the mysterious life of the Alhambra; produces lush gardens, the splendor of flowering shrubs, lies in pools that reflect the elegant colonnaded halls (…) “according to Titus Burckhardt, art critic and Swiss art historian, who was noted for being a great connoisseur of civilization and Islamic art. Continue reading “Patio of Comares”