Seville, Spain -day 2

We did some more exploring today. We strolled around town, and sat at some cafes drinking coffee and reading. We made our way to the Seville Cathedral, which we learned was the largest Gothic building in the world and the third-largest church in Europe (after St. Peter's in Rome and St. Paul's in London), and was built in the late 1400's. We hadn't really explored any churches on this trip, so we thought we would give this one a go. This is also the apparent location of the tomb of Christopher Columbus. Prepare yourself for many pictures of this unbelievable building.

Several city blocks long.

Several city blocks wide

Several stories high

Inside the church there was the tower, there was a garden with orange trees, and vast areas for worship and prayer, including tomb-like diaramas.

View of Sevilla from the tower

Overlooking the orange tree orchard

Climbing down the tower steps

The alleged tomb of Christopher Columbus

The largest pipe organ I have ever seen in my life

In the Orange Orchard

 Oh those crazy Moors!

A little concerned about their choices in souvenirs...

Outside the cathedral -Medieval Times type castle

After some more strolling, we headed back to the flat to make dinner. We had to be up early to catch the bus to Portugal! The streets are draped in canopies to add a little bit of shelter from the scorching sun, It is typically 38-42 degrees here. It is a very dry heat. The patios have mist sprays to keep you cool while you eat. But it wasn't unbearable, as long as you had a hat and water.

The drapes provide shade, making it possible to come out during the day!

Flamenco dress shops on every corner