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  Royal Palace Real Alcazar of Seville is a magnificent complex of courtyards, terraces and rooms in different architectural styles, from Mudejar (Moorish architecture) to Gothic. In the center of the Palace complex of King Pedro I, who raised the royal residence here in 1364 on the site of an ancient Moorish palace. Today, the Alcazar Palace is one of the most important tourist attractions in Seville and in a holiday in the Andalusian town, a visit to the palace not to be missed under any circumstances. Real Alcazar is one of the attractions of the city and locals are proud of this place that stands true for the rich history of their town.

 
  Shortly after Moorish Almohad dynasty took control of Seville in the year 1161, began to be implemented a lot of very ambitious architectural projects. Bathrooms were built, towers, a mosque and a palace-looking fortress that was called Al-Muwarak (not blessed).
 
  After the Reconquista in 1364 - by Christian reconquest of Moorish Spain - King Peter I ordered to build a new palace, Palacio de Pedro I, the site of the old Moorish palace, the Al-Muwarak. Artisans from all over Andalusia have developed within the Mudejar style and built beautiful gardens and terraces. Over the years other monarchs have continued to expand the palace, resulting in a complex mix in which a variety of architectural styles. The upper floor of the palace is still used by the royal family of Spain.
 
  The palace can enter the Plaza del Trunfo the Puerta del Leon (Lion's Gate). This gate made in a defensive role with solid wall is decorated with a heraldic lion. Lion's Gate leads to the garden and the road leads on to another courtyard, the Patio of Monteria. It got its name from hunters (Monteria) who met here with the king before going hunting. There is also and Palacio Pedro I, whose facade is decorated in Mudejar style with high arches.
 
  After entry tourists found in Patio de las Doncellas, main courtyard of the palace. It was the center of public life in the palace of Peter I. After the market that his name from the ladies (doncellas) that they spent much time here, you can visit several of the halls: Hall Kings Hall Carlos V century and Ambassadors Room. The latter was used for events and ceremonies. Known as Embajadores hall, this room is the most beautiful part of the royal complex. Hall was built in the Moorish style of a craftsman named Diego Ruiz sevilan just below the dome of wood and you can see portraits of the kings of Spain.
 
  Daily life in the Palace of Pedro I is carried around the court called Patio de las Munecas, leading to the bedrooms and private rooms. A small room is surrounded by a gallery with marble columns and round arches. Patio de las Munecas name (dolls) comes from four small heads which decorate one of the arches.
 
  A completely different architectural style can be seen in Hall Carlos V where Gothic hall is decorated with tapestries and azulejos. Another interesting room is located in the western part of the Patio of Monteria. Admirals Room (Cuarto del admired) is where navitorii planned their trips to America. In a small chapel near the house of Contratacion portraying the Virgin Mary near Columbus.
 
  Visiting Real Alcazar will allow royal gardens and visit. Large area is divided into several separate gardens, some of which are terraced. Decorate their gardens was made in several styles French, Italian and Arabic. Each garden has a name such as Dance Garden, Ladies Garden and Garden Prince. Iazului garden has a large arch on the edge of a river, lake known as Mercury. In the middle of the river there is a small fountain with a statue of Mercury, messenger of the gods. Visiting the Alcazar Palace, one of the most beautiful royal complex in Europe can be a great way to spend a day on vacation in Seville.




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