Essential information for your stay abroad in Seville!!!

If you want to have a stay abroad without any difficulties, be well-prepared. Here you have some important information before coming to Seville which may help you during your stay abroad:

Essentials to pack for your stay in Seville

There are a few documents which you should bring to Seville: Your National ID Card, European Health Insurance Card, Student ID Card and Drivers License (just in case you have one).

Clothing

First of all, you should know that in Seville you mostly walk, so don’t forget to bring comfortable shoes. Don’t forget that Seville is one of the warmest cities in Spain, so think of appropriate clothes. Even if it depends on the season because in winter, the average temperature is about 15 degrees, but in summer there can be temperatures over 40 degrees. The weather isn’t the same as in your home country.

Money

Always take enough money with you, but be careful-don’t take large sums with you or you might lose it. A credit card for emergencies may also be useful.

Adjusting to the Spanish culture

The Spanish culture is a culture of respect and compassion. People help out each other. They talk to strangers and get to know their neighbors. The Spanish people are very open-minded, soft-hearted, approachable and hospitable.  I have never met an unfriendly person during my stay in Seville.

Don’t forget that the Spanish people have a different understanding of time, which means that they have dinner very late. The breakfast consists of a small meal in contrast to the lunch which is very substantial and is usually taken at 15-16h. The dinner at the evening is usually smaller than the lunch and it is taken from 20pm until 22:30pm. Besides, the Siesta is done in Spain mostly from 15h until 18h where the shops are closed and the people stay at home and take a nap.

One of the most popular traditions in Spain is the Flamenco Dance. This traditional Andalusian dance has become part of the Spanish culture. Flamenco shows can be enjoyed not only in dedicated cafes or theaters, but also in restaurants, pubs or simply walking in the streets, since it's obviously become part of the touristic attractions as well.    

                                                            

 

Another tradition of Spain and especially in Andalusia, is the Bullfighting. In Spain it is defined as a form of art. Sevillanos rave about bullfights. However, the younger generation considers bullfighting barbaric and is many times protesting against these happenings in front of the bullring. So, what do you think? Would you like to see one of  these shows? The opinions break up here but I am not a big supporter of that.   

                                                                 

                                                      

5 top places to visit in the city you can’t miss

Seville is a unique city where you can find nightlife, fun activities, places to eat but also a lot of interesting places to visit during your free days. Here you can find the most beautiful and famous ones to discover the beautiful Andalusian Capital!

1)       The Cathedral and the Giralda : Located in the center of Seville. The Giralda is the bell tower of the Cathedral and from the top of the tower you can have the best view over Sevilla!     

 

 

2)       Torre del Oro : The Golden Tower is situaded right along the river, just next to the city center and it’s one of the oldest buildings in town. From the Golden Tower you can have an amazing view over both sides of the city.

                                  

                                                                                                    

3)       Plaza de España and Parque de Maria Luisa : The most important views are a huge semicircular lake, the twin towers and dozens of benches representing all the Spanish provinces in colorful ceramic tiles.Moreover, the square is surrounded by the amazing Parque de Maria Luisa, which is Seville’s primary public park and the main green area of the city. In this unique park you won’t just find trees, but also hidden beautiful buildings, fountains, statues and ceramics.

 

4)       Real Alcázar : This is probably the most representative monument of the city and is today one of the oldest European Royal Palaces still in use. Real Alcázar is situated in the center, right behind the Cathedral, and you can visit it for free every Monday from 6pm to 7pm.

 

  5 ) Casa de Pilatos : It is an Andalusian palace in Sevilla with a mixture of Renaissance Italiana and Mudejar Spanish styles. It is considered the prototype of the Andalusian Palace.

But the most important advice I can give you is to enjoy every moment of your stay in Seville, from the moment you prepare it until you are back at home! Because you are in Spain, enjoy it ;-)