Yesterday, as part of our class, we went on a little field trip instead of going to class! We went to Los Reales Alcázares, the palace/gardens where the king and his family stay when they come to Sevilla! It also may be one of the most GORGEOUS places I have ever seen! There are tons of buildings inside, ranging from ages of the EIGHTH century up until current times. And the gardens are absolutely enchanting! There is a huge Arabic influence in the architecture, with wonderfully elaborate designs and winding hallways. But it is also very chilly inside the buildings since everything is made of stone and wood--a great oasis for the scorching summer temperatures. Our professor Rafa also mentioned that parts of the film Lawerence of Arabia were filmed on the premises--Los Reales are quite the place. I also get free admission with my student ID--definitely a new favorite place of Sevilla! Honestly no words could describe the amazing atmosphere, but here are some pictures that attempt to...
the queen's bathtub
Christopher Columbus sat here
8th century wall
un pavo real (peacock)
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