Seville, Spain: Highlights for a Vacation Stay

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Travelers looking for something different in Europe might consider a trip to Seville, Spain. Famous in classic literature, it has the flavor of old world charm with modern amenities mixed in to create a unique vacation experience. There is much to see and do in Seville, so visitors can choose between relaxing at the hotel and staying busy while seeing the sites and shopping. The most popular area to visit is the old city, alive and well along the Guadalquivir River.

Where to Stay
There are many clean and comfortable places to stay in Seville. For example, three diverse accommodations in the historic district are the Casa 1800 Hotel, the Hotel San Gil and the Becquer Hotel. Casa 1800 Hotel's historic atmosphere stems from the full restoration of the 19th Century palace. It is convenient to shopping, monuments of interest, choice restaurants and tapas bars. Also in the old city is the Hotel San Gil, geared more for vacationers than business trips. With a restaurant and lounge, meals and entertainment are convenient before and after visits to nearby museums, the Plaza del Toros and the famous Seville Cathedral. The Becquer is a short walk to the Plaza Nueva, Plaza del Toro and Town Hall. While nice for vacationers, it also caters to business travelers with conference rooms, wireless Internet and a fitness center.

Monuments
The three most well-known monuments sit side-by-side in the old city, and are a convenient sightseeing trip for vacationers; the Alcazar Palace and Gardens, Seville Cathedral and the Giralda tower. The cathedral is the largest in Spain and the third-largest in the world. Its construction began in 1401. It is next to the Giralda tower, which is accessed by a series of ramps. It features sculptures and works of art. The Alcazar is a royal palace still used today as a springtime vacation home for the king and queen.

Shopping
Places to shop and things to buy are diverse throughout the city. They range from flea markets to small artisan shops to large chain stores. Most have morning and late afternoon hours, but are not open all day.

Bullfighting
Seville has a long-standing tradition for bullfighting. Its Plaza del Toros de la Maestranza was built during the latter 17th through the 18th Century. It was renovated in the early 20th Century and is in use during the brief modern bullfighting season.

Tapas Bars
One of the popular trends in Spanish cuisine is the tapas bar. Small portions of food at equally small prices are available at establishments scattered throughout the city. While some restaurants also offer tapas plates at the bar, and some tapas bars offer a full plate of food, they are popular among locals and visitors alike for a light meal and a chance to try different types of dishes. The cuisine in Seville has a distinct Andalusian influence.

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