Seville: Baroque Architecture
Places and attractions in the Baroque architecture category
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Giralda
Bell tower atop a former minaret The Giralda is an iconic tower that stands proudly in the historic heart of Seville, Spain. As a former minaret turned bell tower, it is a testament to the city's layered history, where Islamic and Christian architectural elements blend seamlessly.
Palacio de San Telmo
Baroque palace and government seat Nestled in the heart of Seville, the Palacio de San Telmo stands as a magnificent example of Spanish Baroque architecture. This opulent palace, originally built in the 17th century, served as a seminary for the University of Navigators.
Museo de Bellas Artes
Fine-art museum in a 17th-century palace The Museo de Bellas Artes, nestled in the heart of Seville, Spain, is a beacon of fine art and a treasure trove of European painting. This esteemed museum, housed in a former convent with a stunning Andalusian baroque façade, offers visitors a journey through Spanish...
General Archive of the Indies
UNESCO-listed historical archive The General Archive of the Indies, situated in the heart of Seville, Spain, is a repository of invaluable documents that illuminate the Spanish Empire's history in the Americas and the Philippines. This Renaissance building, designed by Juan de Herrera, was originally...
Monastery of Santa Maria de las Cuevas
Nestled in the historic heart of Seville, Spain, the Monastery of Santa Maria de las Cuevas embodies a profound blend of cultural heritage and artistic expression. More commonly known as La Cartuja, this former monastery has been transformed into a contemporary art...
Palacio Arzobispal
Nestled in the heart of Seville, the Palacio Arzobispal is an architectural gem that stands as a testament to the city's rich history and cultural heritage. This magnificent palace, which serves as the residence of the Archbishop of Seville, is renowned for its...
Royal Tobacco Factory
Historic factory, now university offices The Royal Tobacco Factory is an 18th-century stone building in Seville, southern Spain. Since the 1950s it has been the seat of the rectorate of the University of Seville.
Hospital de la Caridad
The Hospital de la Caridad in Seville, Spain is a baroque charity hospital building near Plaza de toros de la Real Maestranza de Caballería de Sevilla. The charity hospital was founded in 1674, and still cares for the aged and infirm.
Santa María Magdalena
Baroque church with many frescoes Santa María Magdalena is a Baroque church in Seville, southern Spain. It was built in 1691-1709 to a design of architect Leonardo de Figueroa. It is the seat of various hermandades.
Monastery of San Clemente
Monastery of San Clemente is a Cistercian monastery with the Bien de Interés Cultural designation in the Spanish city of Seville.
Church of Saint Louis of France
The Church of Saint Louis of France, located in the historic district of Seville, Spain, represents an example of Baroque architecture in the 18th century. The church was designed by the architect Leonardo of Figueroa and constructed between 1699 and 1730 on behalf of the Society of Jesus.
Hospital de los Venerables
The Hospital de los Venerables of Seville, Spain, is a baroque 17th-century building which served as a residence for priests. It currently houses the Velázquez Center, dedicated to the famous painter Diego Velázquez.