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đ° Real AlcĂĄzar of Seville: Europeâs Oldest Royal PalaceâWhere History and Game of Thrones Collide Built in 1181, the Real AlcĂĄzar isnât just a palaceâitâs a living museum of clashing cultures. Gothic spires rub shoulders with Islamic tilework, Moorish arches frame Christian frescoes, and every corner tells a story of conquest, creativity, and royalty. Itâs no wonder itâs a UNESCO World Heritage Site (since 1987) and Game of Thrones fansâ pilgrimage spot (hello, Dorneâs Water Gardens). đ The Must-See Spots SalĂłn de los Embajadores (Ambassadorsâ Hall): The showstopper. Its ceiling drips with gold leaf, and walls are covered in intricate tileworkâIslamic geometric patterns meet Christian symbolism. Stand in the center, and youâll feel the weight of centuries of diplomacy (and drama). Patio de las Doncellas (Courtyard of the Maidens): A serene oasis of reflecting pools, marble columns, and lush greenery. Moorish architects designed it to cool the air, and it worksâeven on Sevilleâs hottest days, it feels like a whisper of wind. Gardens: Wander Carlos Vâs Garden, with its symmetrical hedges and fountains, or lose yourself in the Royal Gardens, where tropical plants and hidden pavilions make you forget youâre in Europe. GoT fans: This is where Oberyn Martellâs palace scenes came to life. MudĂ©jar Magic: Every arch, tile, and window blends Islamic and Christian stylesâa signature of MudĂ©jar architecture. Look closely: Arabic inscriptions peek from under gilded frames, and horseshoe arches frame Gothic stained glass. đ Practical Deets Location: Plaza del Triunfo (steps from Seville Cathedralâperfect for a combined visit). Hours: Summer (April 1âSeptember 14): 9:00 AMâ7:00 PM Winter (September 15âMarch 31): 9:00 AMâ5:00 PM Tickets: âŹ14.50 via (book at least a week aheadâlines are brutal). Save the PDF to your phone, and bring your passportâthey check IDs. đž Pro Tips Timing: Arrive 10 minutes early for your slot to skip the rush. Route Hack: Head straight for the inner courtyards firstâthey get crowded fast. Save the outer gardens for later, when the light softens. Photo Spots: The Maidensâ Courtyard at golden hour (late afternoon) and the Ambassadorsâ Hall (where gold meets shadow) are Instagram gold. The Real AlcĂĄzar is Europeâs oldest royal palace, but it feels forever youngâvibrant, layered, and full of surprises. Whether youâre here for history, GoT, or just to gawk at gold, itâs a masterpiece that proves great architecture transcends time (and TV). #SevilleRoyalty #GameOfThronesFilmingLocation