Top sigths of Spain
The city of Seville is a very interesting place from a historic point of view. The city is also rich in numerous historic and cultural landmarks. Santa Maria Cathedral is worth a separate mention. The cathedral is a beautiful example of architecture of the 15th century. Construction of the sanctuary started in 1402 and lasted almost a hundred years. The decoration of the facade and creation of frescoes inside the church took the majority of time. Travelers are welcome to see the result of such hard work. In the cathedral they will see beautiful statues, grandiose main altar and the Royal Chapel decorated with gilding and elegant drawings. The cathedral is built on a site of an ancient mosque, and it's still possible to see the remains of the original building. It's a small square named Orange Yard, which is surrounded by a big park and is perfect for walks on a hot day. … OpenChapters of the guide to Almeria
Travel guide to Almeria
In the vicinity of Almeria, travellers can visit many curious archaeological areas and see the sights that are approximately 1000 years old. An excellent example is “Aljibes arabes” - the Arab aqueduct that was built in the 11th century by order of the governor of Almeria - Hairan. These water communications were built in order to provide the city and the troops guarding it uninterrupted supply of drinking … Open
Review of luxury hotels
Tourists preferring upscale vacations enjoy a decent selection of luxury hotels in Almeria. Catedral Almería hotel is in a couple of minutes’ walk from the coast; it occupies an iconic building dating back to the mid-19th century. This building has managed to preserve the atmosphere of aristocratic luxury, as well as a pristine part of the decor elements: broad stairs with wooden railings, arched openings and … Open
Almeria for children - what to visit
The most interesting for a family visit to cultural institution is the Museum of Almeria. The basis of its exposition is made up of unique archeological artifacts. The opening of this museum took place back in 1933. Today, its collection has thousands of priceless artifacts that have been found both on the territory of the city itself and in its surrounding areas. Small visitors will like to consider the old tools … Open
Stylish hotels
Charming Hotel Sevilla has its own unique style. Its interior is full of bright sunny colors and is made taking into account traditions of yesteryear. The hotel occupies a nice modern building with an elegant facade and bright rooms. They have lovely wooden furniture in the style of past years and drapery of cream, yellow and orange fabrics. The ground floor features a lovely lounge furnished with massive armchairs … Open
Shopping, streets and outlets
Fans of gastronomic tourism should check out the main market of Almeria - Mercado Central. In the vicinity of the city there are many greenhouses, where vegetables and fruits are grown for export. In the main market of the city, customers can always purchase seasonal vegetables and fruits at the most attractive prices, as well as meat delicacies and dairy products from local farms. There are no tents with clothes … Open
Advices for travellers
1. It’s better to purchase tickets for bullfighting in advance as it is very popular not only among the locals but also among visitors. Prior to purchasing tickets you should definitely ask what tribune has free seats - a sunny or a shady one. As a rule, the tickets to the sunny side are a bit cheaper. 2. Best fish restaurants can be found near the coast. The dishes in them are always made … Open