Sevilla

WHAT TO DO

CULTURE: Information

· Festivities

· Theatre

· Flamenco

· Cinema

· Expositions

Seville presently has theatres and cultural centers that have permitted the Andalusian capital to enter in a circuit of international theatre, opera and orchestra companies. The Centro Andaluz de Teatro (Andalusian Theatre Center) and the Compañía Andaluza de Danza (Andalusian Dance Company), whose staged performances both in Seville and abroad have enriched Seville's cultural scene and have contributed to promoting Andalusia.

COMPLEMENTARY ACTIVITIES

Aside from a rich and valuable historic-artistic patrimony, Seville provides a wide range of complementary attractions for adults and children.

MONUMENTAL AND ARTISTIC HERITAGE

Due to its long and rich history, Seville has an important monumental and artistic heritage whose buildings can be classified in various categories.

· CIVILIAN ARCHITECTURE

· RELIGIOUS ARCHITECTURE

· MUSEUMS

· BRIDGES

· EXPOSITION OF '29

· EXPOSITION OF '92

HIGHLIGHT:

Archive of the Indies, Pilatos House, Hospital of the Five Wounds (Andalucia Parliament), University (Tobacco Factory), Plaza de España (Spain Square), Plaza de América (America Square), Maestranza Museum (Bullring), Cathedral and Giralda, Collegiate Church of El Salvador, Church of San Luis, Hospital of Santa Caridad, Archaeological Museum, Museum of Fine Arts, Alcázar, Itálica.

GASTRONOMY

Seville's gastronomy is a true reflection of its entire history. It is intimately linked to Andalusian from where it gets its ingredients. Today Sevillian cooks prepare elaborate and varied dishes without ignoring original and popular roots. There are many fine establishments renowned both within Spain and outside our borders which offer varied and imaginative menus of top quality products, aside from an endless number of authentic and traditional Sevillian dishes which over time have received improvements and variations. We invite you to come and check out these delights by visiting our establishments and by trying these recipes; we're confident that you'll leave fully satisfied wishing to return and repeat the experience.

WHERE TO SLEEP

Lodging possibilities varies from traditional hotels, located mostly in the historic quarters to ultra modern structures built in new neighborhoods during the last decade. Expo ‘92 urban design set a standard of pride and impeccable functionalism found in projects such as the Exhibition Hall-Palace, the Santa Justa Train Station, or the international San Pablo Airport.

GOING OUT AT NIGHT

Seville is a cheerful capital, passionate about life and has a lively nightlife thanks to its climate and people. There are many different activities to choose from. Nightlife areas are classified depending on the season of the year. People tend to go out to a specific place according to this seasonal factor. 'Agua de Sevilla', a mild and tasty typical drink which goes down easily is worth trying. There are a number of places famous for making this beverage. In Seville, fun is guaranteed; you'll have a great time.