As impressive to look at from the inside as it is the outside, the Sevilla Cathedral is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the largest Gothic cathedral in the entire world. Once inside, visitors never fail to marvel at the giant central nave with 80 individual chapels lining it. Equally deserving of recognition are the tomb of Christopher Columbus and the fantastic collection of ecclesiastical paintings, icons, carvings, sculptures and altarpieces to be found inside. And the best thing about the Sevilla Cathedral? It’s only a 5 minute walk from the Centro MundoLengua offices!

The cathedral’s bell tower, referred to affectionately as “La Giralda” by locals, fully warrants its own separate mention on this list. Originally the minaret that formed part of the mosque built by the Moors on this very site, after the capture of Sevilla by the Castilians in the 12^th century it was incorporated into their cathedral. It is no surprise that at a staggering 340 feet above ground that it can be seen throughout the city, and its place as the most iconic landmark of Sevilla means that true Sevillanos always feel at home whenever they see it.

The Real Alcázar is a 14^th century palace and reported to be the finest example of Mudéjar architecture in all of Andalusia. So beautiful is this network of patios, courtyards, corridors, pools, fountains, plazas and of course palace that it was used as a film location for the hit tv series “Game Of Thrones”. A day spent wandering among the peaceful orange trees and proud local peacocks in this UNESCO World Heritage Site is always a delight.

The locals say that it is possible to travel back in time when you step inside the Barrio de Santa Cruz…. This labyrinthine network of cobbled streets, enchanted plazas and narrow alleyways seem permanently isolated from the hustle and bustle of the modern world behind a series of solid stone walls. As such, the more time you spend wandering the Barrio and gazing upon its countless information plaques and shrines that tell the remarkable stories of the people who have lived here over the centuries, you may just convince yourself that you have indeed stepped back in time….

In a remarkably short time, the Plaza de España has become one of Sevilla’s most popular attractions. This enormous semi-circular edifice located between the Barrio de Santa Cruz and the Parque de María Luisa was constructed as recently 1928 and was used as a filming spot for the Star Wars franchise. It receives thousands of visitors every single day, and together with its soaring towers, slender archways, rising fountain, low bridges, shallow canals and elegantly tiled alcoves each dedicated to a different Spanish province provide an almost limitless amount of spectacular photo opportunities.

Known locally as “Las Setas” thanks to its close resemblance to a giant mushroom growing in a gap in the city skyline, the Metropol Parasol is one of the city’s most unusual landmarks. Upon arrival, a visitor’s eyes are immediately drawn upward to the largest single wooden structure in the whole world. Make sure to check out the Roman ruins preserved below ground, but as the sun begins to set below the horizon, climb right back to the top in order to enjoy some of the best evening views of all Sevilla.

But there is so much more to see! Some other popular attractions and landmarks in Sevilla include;

• Plaza de Toros; the “cathedral of bullfighting” located fairly centrally in the city.
• Palacio de las Dueñas; a 15^th century palace where the noted poet Antonio Machado was born is popular thanks to its elaborate flower-covered facade and unusual mix of both Moorish and Gothic designs.
• Torre del Oro; a 13^th century riverside watchtower and fortification that glows a spectacular hue of gold during sunset.
• Archivo de las Indias; another centrally-located UNESCO World Heritage Site, where some of Spain’s most important historical archives, records and documents and stored in safe keeping.
• A huge array of excellent museums. Some of the most popular include the Flamenco Museum, the Archaeological Museum of Sevilla, the Sevilla Museum of Fine Arts and the Museum of Popular Arts and Traditions, to name a few.