In the summer of 2018, my friend and I decided that some sun and sangria, mixed with a healthy amount of culture to keep us busy, was just what the doctor ordered and as such, after some research, we selected Seville in Southern Spain.
One of our first stops was the Plaza de España, built for the Spanish-American Exhibition of 1929 and a must-see for visitors to the city!
In the shape of a crescent with a boating lake and fountains in the centre, this distinctive building is quite the sight, and a great way to spend a morning or afternoon.
The architecture of the buildings and unique decoration makes it very memorable, and you might even get to watch a flamenco display if you’re lucky. There are also a few enterprising make-shift stalls (aka a blanket!) set up across the main square, so you can pick up a pair of castanets to take home if you so wish.
We particularly enjoyed winding our way down the tiled benches and frescos celebrating the different regions of Spain
Wandering further out from the Plaza, you can find yourself surrounded by greenery and beautiful flowers in the expansive gardens.
Water features are plentiful, creating a gathering place for the local birdlife or for human visitors a quiet spot to read a book or enjoy a picnic.
You could easily spend hours just exploring the gardens – we had a busy schedule of activities planned though and had to move onto the next stop!
Read about more “must-see” Seville sights in upcoming posts!
