Alcázar of Seville

The Alcázar of Seville (Spanish: Reales Alcazares de Sevilla, Royal Alcázar of Seville ) is the medieval royal palace of Seville. The plant has a long back -reaching architectural history, dating back to Moorish times.

Castle

Originally a Moorish fort, the Alcázar was later expanded several times to the palace. The Almohads were the first ones at this point a palace, the Al- Muwarrak built. The majority of modern facilities was built on the Moorish ruins for Peter I from 1364. The palace is one of the best preserved examples of Mudejar architecture, which arose under Christian rule buildings with Islamic influence. Subsequent monarchs expanded the Alcázar, which further architectural styles found their way into the complex. So Charles V and Philip II created eg by the Catholic Monarchs, buildings with Gothic elements, which are in stark contrast to the dominant Mudejar architecture.

Gardens

The gardens of the Alcazar dates back to the time of Charles V designs you originally took a larger area than today. Several stages of development can be distinguished. The small-scale structure is obtained by walls which protect against hot winds. Numerous monuments and statues adorning the gardens, including going back to a Moorish pavilion building Charles V. Maze Today's comes from the early 20th century.

Gallery

Patio de las Doncellas

Patio before restoration

The Alcázar of Seville

The Alcázar of Seville

In the garden of the Alcázar of Seville