Sevilla's main attractions are of course the Cathedral, the Alcazar and the General Archives of the Indies, but there is more to see in this vibrant city.

 

The Plaza de Espana is a half circular extravaganza, built in 1928 for the Ibero-American World's Fair. The complex sports high towers, rivers, a central plaza with a huge fountain. Od particular interest are the colorful tiled alcoves of the provinces.

 

The Torre del Oro is a 13th century watchtower sitting at the westbank of the Guadalquivir River. Once part of the city walls, it had an twin tower on the other side so that a large chain could be strung over the river to stop naval intruders.

Currently the tower is a Naval Museum.

 

The Royal Tobacco Factory is an 18th century building for the production of snuff, and later cigars and cigarettes. In the 1950's the huge building became the HQ of the University of Sevilla.

 

Temperatures in Sevilla can easily reach 40 C , but luckily the town provides ample watering holes where you can enjoy a drink and relax in the shadows. 

 

We visited a hot Sevilla in May 2019.