Spain’s cities are characterized by the fact that there are almost everywhere squares that invite people to linger and to communicate. As a rule you find shady trees and seating. Sometimes the squares are also used by local restaurants and bars. Espacio Metropol Parasol Our walk starts at the Espacio Metropol Parasol which we had […]
Seville
Discoveries in search of a laundromat in Seville
On our way from Plaza de Espana to the hotel, we pass the university, the Glorieta de San Diego and an exhibition pavilion, built for the Ibero-American Exhibition in 1929. After almost 3 weeks in Spain we urgently need a laundromat. We ask at the reception and one refers us to the department store El Corte […]
Plaza de España in Seville – Spain
One cannot think up a more beautiful setting for a movie like the Plaza de Espana in Seville. It was the film set for star Wars Saga Episode II: Attack of the Clones by George Lukas, as well as for three other movies. However, the square was not built for the movies. The Plaza de Espana […]
Torre del Oro and Plaza de Toros in Seville
We walk along the banks of the Guadalquivir while spring shows its best side. From afar we admire the Puente del Alamillo, the first cable-stayed bridge in the world without rear anchoring. It was designed for the Expo 1992. Already from afar our view goes towards the Torre del Oro It is uncertain how the […]
Casual Sevilla de Las Letras
The Casual Sevilla de Las Letras* lies in the midst of the old town of Seville. It was important to us that the sights are within walking distance. So we booked this hotel because it is just 10 minutes’ walk from the cathedral. Please watch the 4k UHD video It is certainly not a 5 […]