The gardens of the Royal Alcázar
The Alcázar gardens date back to the late Middle Ages and were remodelled in the 16th century, during the Renaissance. Today more than 170 plant species are catalogued across their 60,000 m².
Over the centuries they have been enriched with exotic plants from every corner of the world. They grew towards the Guadalquivir and bring together the Muslim use of water, Renaissance elegance and Baroque decoration.
History
In the 10th century the Muslims built a fortress in this area, and by the 13th century it was a place of small gardens and large orchards. The gardens were remodelled in the 16th century. From the Almohad period, the courtyard of the Casa de la Contratación, the Patio del Yeso and remains of the early walls survive.
What to see
Its main spaces include the Mercury Pond, the Garden of the Dance and the Ladies’ Garden, as well as the Galería del Grutesco, built over the old city wall.
Scenes of the kingdom of Dorne in Game of Thrones were filmed in the gardens.
