A unique experience

Seville has a special color, It's not just the song that says it… Enjoying this wonderful city and every one of its corners is a unique experience that the traveler cannot miss.

One of the most spectacular places in Seville is its famous Plaza de España framed by the Maria Luisa Park.

A place awarded by its visitors

Last May 2018, the Plaza de España in Seville was declared one of the most spectacular places in Spain according to the online travel and travel advice platform TripAdvisor.

The Travellers' Choice Tourist Attractions 2018 awards have recognized more than 750 points of interest in almost 70 countries.

The Plaza de España in Seville has come in second place and tops the list of the best in Spain according to the same list.

Oasis of beauty

It's no surprise that this is the case. When we visit Seville, We imagine that its monumental power resides in the historic center, but we never thought that, after leaving the enigmatic Santa Cruz neighborhood, crossing the Murillo Gardens, entering the Prado de San Sebastián Gardens, we would arrive at this magical square.

Key to the story of two worlds

It is a place that speaks of past splendor, specifically from a century ago, of a Seville that welcomed the world into its Ibero-American Exposition The 1929 Seville Expo was a dazzling display of architecture, color, and joy that would bring both personal and economic prosperity to the people of Seville. But this exposition did nothing less than strengthen ties with lands that had once been sister nations: the former Spanish colonies. It was a way of saying: Seville welcomes you and embraces you because we have been and still are family. This embrace was symbolized in the semi-elliptical shape of the plaza that housed the Spanish Pavilion.. The brotherhood It was marked by the construction of numerous pavilions in the dominant architectural style of each country, which delighted visitors from all over the world.

Get to know her with Culturea Experience

Visit Plaza de España It's about being immersed in harmony, beauty, light, and color, whether by day or night; it's a place where you let yourself be carried away by the sensations. Our visits to Culturea Experience They intend to let us be invaded by all those feelings, by the greenery of the Maria Luisa Park, by the shine of the glazed ceramic of its panels, by the splendor of its two towers, by the beauty of its whole.

We will begin the route In the vicinity of Plaza de España, near a popular bar, a legendary Seville spot for coffee and relaxation, we'll pass through the gate bordering the park and marvel at the vastness of the plaza. The building It envelops us; it is a semi-elliptical structure, like the plaza itself, created at the beginning of the 20th century for the 1929 Ibero-American Exposition held in Seville. It was the Spanish Pavilion. Its architect, the Sevillian Aníbal González, decided to decorate it in the Neo-Mudéjar style, while the north and south towers would be in the Neo-Baroque style. The use of brick, marble, and, above all, Triana glazed ceramics is particularly noteworthy. Aníbal González dedicated his heart and soul to this splendid building. It would become the centerpiece of the entire grand exposition, welcoming the multitude of people who visited the city for that reason.

Once inside the square, what will catch our attention is the magnificent use of ceramics, especially in the panels representing the Spanish provinces. We will examine each one, as none will be the same as the previous one, just like the other decorative elements of the building.

The interior of the building houses the Military Museum and other offices. The upper columned gallery will impress us and remind us of one of the great films of the history of cinema. This place, the Plaza de España in Seville, has been the setting for important scenes that we will talk about on our route.

The beauty of this square is framed by the navigable channel which surrounds it. A truly romantic spot in the city of Seville. The water reflects the silhouette of the towers when illuminated by the sun, and it's the image that makes thousands of people fall in love with Seville and charming places like this.

Several bridges They cross the canal and recall an important part of the history of Spain and its ancient kingdoms. Everything has a reason in Seville, and of course, in the magnificent Plaza de España.

We will remember other cities of great tourist interest, such as beautiful Rome and Vatican City with its St. Peter's Square. We will feel the melancholy of a bygone era, the sentiment of the square's creator, his enthusiasm, his dedication, his devotion to his work and to this project, a gift to the city of Seville.

Unparalleled postcard

The image of Plaza de España It's vibrant, ever-changing, and exciting at every turn. Numerous tourists and locals enjoy a pleasant stroll through this spacious area of the city. Horse-drawn carriages, with their lively clatter, and the joyful hooves of the horses as they pass by, add color and life to the square. And then there's the verdant Maria Luisa Park, which frames one of the best views of the area.

Maria Luisa Park

Maria Luisa Park It holds a thousand and one secrets. It is a botanical garden and also a space for culture, specifically literature. Once the private property of a prominent lady, it became one of the largest donations the city ever received.

Lung of Seville, A fresh, light-filled, and vibrant space, the María Luisa Park overwhelms our senses. It's possible to feel as if you're in the Amazon or a Mediterranean forest, thanks to the vast array of species found there, brought from all over the world.

Renowned writers from our culture and their works have a place in this park, as well as Gustavo Adolfo Bécquer and that tragic feeling of love.

“The Square of the Doves”

America Square It is the “alter ego” of the Plaza de España; they are united by history and, aesthetically, by the beauty of their architecture. Three majestic buildings stand there, three pavilions that were part of this great 1929 exhibition: the Gothic pavilion, the Renaissance pavilion, and the Mudéjar pavilion. All of them are worthy of admiration, and, for example, the Renaissance pavilion houses the Archaeological Museum of Seville with a large collection of interesting Roman pieces as well as a copy of the Carambolo Treasure.

Enjoy…

Take a stroll through Maria Luisa Park and Plaza de España.It's a unique feeling; time stands still, allowing you to admire what is truly important: peace, unity, and beauty. Symbols of Seville for over a century, they continue to inspire awe in millions of people worldwide.