Seville, Spain: A City of Enchanting Fusion đâ¨
đď¸ A Tapestry of Architectural Wonders Sevilleâs charm lies in its harmonious blend of Islamic, Gothic, Roman, and Renaissance influences. Over centuries, monarchs expanded and remodeled the city, leaving behind a Baroque masterpiece with Moorish soul. đ Torre del Oro (Golden Tower) Built in 1220 during Moorish rule, this 12-sided tower once guarded Sevilleâs port. History unfolds: From a military watchtower to a prison, now a Maritime Museum đ°â. Symbol of Spainâs Golden Age: Ships laden with gold & silver (plundered from the Americas) docked here, fueling Spainâs rise as a global superpower đ°đ. ⪠Seville Cathedral: A Gothic Giant Worldâs 3rd-largest church (after St. Peterâs & Milan Cathedral). Stained-glass splendor: Biblical tales in kaleidoscope colors đ. Columbusâ Tomb: Four kings carry the explorerâs coffinâa heroâs tribute đâ°ď¸. đ My Moment of Awe: "Columbus was a legend in my history books. Standing before his tombâwhere Spainâs fortunes changed foreverâwas surreal!" âď¸ The Dark Side of Glory Columbusâ voyages brought unimaginable wealth (225k kg gold + 100m kg silver!) but also devastation to Indigenous peoples. Spainâs 150-year global dominance was built on this brutal legacy. #Seville #SpainTravel #HistoryUnfolded #ColumbusLegacy #ArchitecturalMarvel