Seville Day Tour [La Giralda Tower + España Square + Parque de Maria Luisa]

▲ España Square in Seville is nestled within the serene and refreshing Parque de Maria Luisa in the southern part of the city. Its crescent-shaped classical architecture exudes elegance amidst lush greenery, making it a beloved leisure spot among Seville's residents. Originally a government residence, this square was constructed in 1929 when Seville hosted an exhibition. The crescent-shaped complex features mansions, arched bridges, fountains, and ponds. The mosaic alcoves along the arcades vividly depict historical scenes from Spain's 58 different regions, adding unique charm. Visitors can relax, take photos, or rent a wooden boat to enjoy the lake, with sunset views being particularly breathtaking. If you take a sightseeing carriage ride through the city, España Square is an essential stop. As the carriage flies...

▲ • Step into the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Royal Alcázar of Seville, with a history dating back to the Moorish era • Admire the prototype of Mudejar architecture perfectly blended with Gothic and Renaissance styles, and visit the filming location of "Game of Thrones" • Marvel at the 16th-century tile altarpiece and stroll through the grand hall of Holy Roman Emperor Charles V

▲ • Visit Seville's world-famous Seville Cathedral, one of Europe's most visually stunning Gothic religious structures • Opportunity to ascend the cathedral's Giralda Tower for a 360-degree view of the city's Andalusian charm • The cathedral houses Christopher Columbus' tomb, with Spanish knight statues atop the sarcophagus appearing to guard the discoverer of the New World

▲ Parque de Maria Luisa is one of the largest parks in Seville, covering over 400,000 square meters. Originally a romantic-style garden donated by Princess Luisa de Orleans, it was renovated for the 1929 Ibero-American Exposition. The semicircular España Square is located on the eastern side of the park, paved with brick and ceramic tiles. A semicircular canal separates the square from the surrounding buildings, where visitors can enjoy boat rides. Along the canal, benches for resting are decorated with historical scenes from various regions of Spain. A military museum stands adjacent to the square. At the southern end of the park lie three buildings constructed for the Ibero-American Exposition, each representing Spain's outstanding architectural styles: Neo-Gothic, Mudejar, and Plateresque.

▲ La Giralda is the landmark of Seville, visible from almost anywhere in the city with its height of approximately 98 meters. This tower was constructed in the late 12th century under the direction of the Almohad dynasty, showcasing strong Islamic architectural influences. When viewed from below, the spire appears small, but it actually consists of a 4-meter-tall bronze statue weighing 1,288 kg, which is said to rotate in the wind. The tower's 28 large bells still chime beautifully to mark the time for Seville's residents. For breathtaking panoramic views of Seville or to pinpoint the exact locations of attractions you plan to visit, ascending the 70-meter-high observation deck is ideal. However, the tower features no stairs—only a sloping ramp reportedly used by kings on horseback in the past. Outside the cathedral, visitors can rent one of the hundred antique-style carriages available for hire.