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The oldest park of Seville, Delicias de Arjona, is located between Maria Luisa Park and the Guadalquivir River. It was opened to the public in the beginning of the XIX century. The other bank of the river is the location of Parque de los Principes that was laid out in 1973. El Prado de San Sebastian Park is even younger. It is situated in one of the last undeveloped areas of Seville. The park is mostly occupied by numerous palm trees that are reflected in numerous ponds of the park. Jardines de Murillo Gardens are located near the Alcazar Palace . The gardens were named in honor of artist Bartolomeo Esteban Murillo. The park is made in a typical Seville style - palm trees, arcades, a sea of flowers and numerous sculptures by local artists.

The Giralda Tower.
For a long time, from 711 to 1248, Seville was ruled by Muslims. Of course, this fact couldn’t have failed to leave its mark on the look of the city. The Giralda Tower (la Giralda) is one of the most famous Islamic monuments in Seville. This is the symbol of the city. The height of the tower is 97 meters. Originally, it was a Moorish minaret. The Giralda Tower has an observation platform, from which you will be able to enjoy breathtaking views of the city. In the XIV century, the Moorish domes on the top of the tower were replaced by Christian symbols of faith, and in 1568 the tower was “crowned” by a clock tower made by Hernan Ruiz.
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