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Seville history, culture, sites
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Module 1
A Historical Tour of Seville's Landmarks
1
From Hispalis to Ishbiliya: Seville's Early History
Outline Seville's origins from Roman 'Hispalis' to Moorish 'Ishbiliya', noting the city's early importance as a port.
2
From Moorish Fort to Royal Palace: The Mudéjar Marvel of the Real Alcázar
Describe the Real Alcázar's evolution from a Moorish fort to a royal palace, identifying it as a key example of Mudéjar architecture.
3
From Minaret to Cathedral: Seville's Reconquest Story
Explain the 1248 Christian reconquest through the transformation of the Giralda minaret and the construction of the Seville Cathedral.
4
The Jewish Quarter of Seville: A Historical Overview
Describe the historical significance of the Barrio Santa Cruz as the city's former Jewish quarter (judería).
5
Seville, the Americas, and the Torre del Oro
Connect Seville's 'Golden Age' as the monopoly port for trade with the Americas to the historical function of the Torre del Oro.
6
Plaza de España: 20th-Century Icon of the Ibero-American Exposition
Identify the Plaza de España as a 20th-century architectural landmark built for the 1929 Ibero-American Exposition.
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Experiencing Sevillian Culture