The word comes from Arabic Alcázares القصر to qasr, which means strength. Today the monuments resemble more a luxurious palace. When you admire their beauty for the first time it will not leave you in any doubt as to why it is still used as a royal residence.
Its importance and strategic location within the city has meant that great battles have been fought using the castles and they even played a key role in building up the legend, importance and history of this place.
Entering immediately I noticed the combination of elements from different nations and times in history, as the various tile images clearly illustrated in Spanish as a galleon or a lion with a crown framed by the beauty of Arabic letters engraved on many of the walls of the enclosure.
All of the rooms that make up the palaces are special and have unique shapes and forms of their own kind. However I think the most spectacular area is the courtyard of the maids, a rectangular courtyard with double arches on marble columns. Even the smallest detail is engraved in letters and figures which clearly allude to the time when the Arabs ruled the land.
It's really amazing to think that these luxurious palaces full of art were regarded as the royal houses of different empires and there is no doubt that the leader who was resting there could show off his wealth and power
The royal palaces are located in the city centre just opposite the cathedral and are very easy to get to, which means that it is a must do during a visit to Seville. When you plan your visit I recommend devoting at least three hours to visit this magnificent place.
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