Like the other famous Andalusian cities (Granada, Córdoba…), Sevilla also has an “Alcázar” - a Moorish fortress.
The one in Sevilla dates back to the 8th century, but much of the current site was actually built after the reconquista in the times of Pedro the cruel who nevertheless employed Moorish architects and artisans.
The palace-fortress has beautiful gardens and right next to them are some vaulted baths.
The Sagrada Familia, Barcelonas newest cathedral, has been a building site ever since 1882. It is foreseen that carrying out the plans of Antoni Gaudí, even using materials not available at his time, will take another 80 years or so. On the other hand, the first restoration works are already taking place. The church itself is a peculiar mixture of Gothic and modern elements. Definitely worth a visit - after all where else can you see a cathedral in the making? Antoni Gaudí (1856-1926= is one of the most important modern architects. In Barcelona, it is hard not to come across at least ...
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