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Seville Spain Geography, History and Art

Seville Spain Geography, History and Art. Geography. Andalucian Administrative Capitol. Did you know that Seville. was the location of an important commerce port between Spain and the Americas?. Seville River Port. With a population of over 700,000 Seville is Spain’s 4th largest city.

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Seville Spain Geography, History and Art

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  1. SevilleSpainGeography, History and Art

  2. Geography

  3. Andalucian Administrative Capitol

  4. Did you know that Seville. . . was the location of an important commerce port between Spain and the Americas?

  5. Seville River Port

  6. With a population of over 700,000 Seville is Spain’s 4th largest city.

  7. Seville is one of Europe’s largest historical centers

  8. History of Seville The Legend • Founded by Hercules • Originally called Hispalis by the Romans • and Isbiliya by the Moors • High point in history: Discovery of Americas • due to Seville’s important commerce port.

  9. La Giralda • Largest Gothic Cathedral in the world • Built in 1195 • Architecture reflects moorish influence • Originally the minaret of a mosque • Transformed into the bell tower • of the Cathedral • 94 meters in height

  10. Cathedral’s ceiling Cathedral’s organ

  11. Casa de la Pilatos • 16th century palace • Designed by the Marquis of Tarifa • after returning from a tour of Europe • and the Holy Land in 1518 • Designed to reflect Pontius Pilate’s • home in Jerusalem • Roman and moorish influence • Arches, sculptures, fountains • and gardens

  12. Seville’s Fine Arts Museum

  13. Designed around three patios

  14. Outside walkways and sculptures

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