Seville

Seville, the vibrant capital of Andalusia in southern Spain, is a place where stunning architecture meets passionate traditions. The city offers a perfect mix of Moorish, Gothic, and Renaissance styles, seen especially in the Royal Alcázar Palace and the enormous Seville Cathedral. The city's skyline is dominated by La Giralda, a 12th-century minaret turned bell tower, offering amazing views of the city if you're up for the climb.

Walking through Seville's neighborhoods like Santa Cruz with its narrow, winding streets is like stepping back in time. The city moves at its own pace, with locals enjoying long lunches and late dinners at tapas bars. If you visit in spring, you might catch the Feria de Abril festival or see the orange trees in full bloom – though locals actually don't eat these oranges as they're bitter and used primarily for making marmalade in Britain.

Seville gets extremely hot in summer, often exceeding 40°C (104°F), making spring and fall the best times to visit. The city served as a filming location for Game of Thrones and Star Wars, with the Plaza de España appearing in Attack of the Clones. Seville is also the birthplace of flamenco, and you can find shows throughout the city any night of the week.