Sevile's Alcazar

One of the must-see attractions we read about in Seville is the Alcazar. Originally built as a fort by the Moors, it turned into a royal palace when the Spaniards took over and hence has been in continual use since the 1500s. In short, it's spectacular.  The insides have elaborate tile designs and carved plaster reliefs, with gilded dome ceilings. Once you've figured out the maze of rooms that lead to quiet interior courtyards there is an immense garden in the rear of the Alcazar to challenge you next. Bryce was certainly entertained by the fish pond and high waterspout that shot into it from above.

 

 

Strangely enough, the Alcazar is located right smack in the middle of Seville.  Across from the Cathedral, it's hard to imagine that something so big would be so close to the center of town.

Laurel was a little low energy today, having not slept well the previous night, and unfortunately didn't get to experience as much of the Alcazar as we would have liked.

But she did rally a little bit towards the end:

Bryce (a.k.a. Mr. Architecture)  thoroughly enjoyed every part of the palace - especially the gardens. Sue snapped this photo of us on one of the benches in the courtyard.