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Seville Holiday & Sightseeing Guide

January 10, 2008 |

A trip to Seville
In Spain’s southern Andalusia region, Seville is the stylish flamenco capital of the world. This colourful city harbours a variety of ancient marvels of architecture cut by winding side streets and delightful pedestrian plazas. Old Roman legends have it that the city was founded by Hercules, and the local culture is a composite of multiple empires that have risen and fallen over the centuries.

Flights to Seville
Seville International Airport is a single-terminal facility that serves destinations across Europe and abroad. This modern airport is complete with ample banking, business and dining facilities that are more than adequate for its level of throughput. Beyond hiring a car on your own, transport links from the airport to the city centre consist of taxis and complimentary hotel shuttles. If you are looking for a cheap flight to Seville try Thomas Cook.

Buses are the most affordable, if not the most comfortable, means of getting around town. Many visitors are willing to part with a little more cash just to enjoy the comfort and convenience of a taxi. If you don’t mind sitting elbow-to-elbow with fellow travellers, the tourist service buses are a great way to get from one site to the next. Just buy a ticket in the morning and ride as much as you like all day long.
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Sightseeing in Seville
While many of Spain’s visitors pass over Seville in favour of the art and culture of Barcelona, Seville still has plenty to offer its visitors. The Catedral de Sevilla is the third-biggest church in all of Europe and houses several 15th century art exhibits as well as the alleged remains of Christopher Columbus. The Plaza de Toros de la Maestranza is the oldest bullfighting ring in the world; the oldest parts date to the 18th century.

Isla Magica is a good attraction for whole families. This theme park has as 16th century Spain motif, complete with a roller coaster, actors wearing colonial garb and a few staged productions. The Maria Luisa Park is a nice place to relax in the shade in between sightseeing excursions.

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Fun by night – eating drinking and partying
The real nightlife in Seville doesn’t start until nearly midnight. In fact, most restaurants don’t really get busy until 21:00, and then partyers usually segue from dining to dancing after midnight. Those with the greatest stamina usually end up on Alfalfa and Betis streets, where the nightclubs are open the latest. A more laid-back evening of drinks and conversation can be found in the bars and restaurants near the cathedral.

Live music and theatre performances are also popular in Seville. The Teatro de la Maestranza, located on Paseo de Colón 22, has some of the best opera in all of Spain. Venues around Pagès del Corro 49 and Cristóbal Colón 11 specialise in folk songs and flamenco dancing.

Fun by day - shopping and activities
You’ll find some excellent atmospheric markets scattered across Seville. Mercadillo de los Jueves, Mercadillo del Duque la Magdalena and Mercadillo de la Alameda are some of the best to go shopping for anything from souvenirs and gifts to fresh produce and snacks.


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