Directly across the plaza from the cathedral in Seville is the Real Alcázar, originally a fort, it is now an oasis of palace and gardens in the middle of the city. In truth, Seville is well-endowed with such oases, however the Real Alcázar is especially nice - sublime, really. So fine that we returned a couple of times!
The palace was built in several stages by different people. This facade is one of the older ones.
Tricky plasterwork
These screens allow breezes and some light into the interior.
Ceiling
This style of plaster- and tile-work lines many courtyards.
These painted tiles are also common...
...in that they line whole rooms
There are also some big carpets (4-5m tall!)
The Courtyard of the Maidens
Interior portico
Ceiling
Heading outside into the gardens.
The gardens are full of small patios with fountains...
... small gateways...
... fancy tile-work...
... sections of wall and fence...
... and arcades.
It's all a bit labyrinthine.
Orange trees and tile-work are featured in all pavilions.
Algae on wall.
A bench in one of the many courtyards.
This isn't tile-work.
The peacocks make it difficult to enjoy a snack in the garden as they are bigger and more aggressive than the children.
"Soren?" "Anika?"
Eat another piece of orange... Run to wash hands... Eat another piece of orange... Run to wash hands...
The wall hides us from the peacocks, so we can have a snack!
Lion fountain
Soren takes a break from watching ducks.
Dry fountain
Once more around the fountain.
Bench testing.
The palace baths
Tired and ready to head home.
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