 Sevilla Captivating and beautiful, the capital of Andalucia intoxicates and excites. It is the city of flamenco, bulls, Carmen and Don Juan; its history and culture give rise to pride, tradition, passion and joy. One is quickly seduced by strolling through the enchanting barrios or neighborhoods, where the colors of the south reign supreme.
Visit: the capital Andalucia, the old Jewish quater, and explore what was a Roman Empire
The most delightful of all is the barrio de Santa Cruz, the old Jewish quarter. Lose yourself in the twisting narrow streets, stunning patios and squares lined with orange trees. In this area, as in most of the city, there are some wonderful bars, serving up chilled finos and a whole selection of tasty tapas.
 North of Sevilla lies what was once the third largest city in the Roman Empire - Italica. Here, Roman ruins including the old amphitheatre and some fascinating mosaics can be viewed. Also close to Sevilla is the picturesque small town of Carmona, whose origins go back to the Carthaginian period of 3rd century BC. The remarkable Roman necropolis is the main attraction.
Just so you know: Sevilla is such an atmospheric city, never more so than during the Semana Santa or Holy week. Religious processions bearing immense images of Christ and the Virgin Mary, carried by caped and occasionally barefooted bearers of the brotherhoods, progress with drum rolls amongst an absorbed audience.
Not long after in Sevilla's calendar, the Feria de Abril commences, thus unleashing the joy and abandonment of the locals after the intensity of Semana Santa. More significantly, it inaugurates the bullfight season. Guitars, singing, traditional dresses, horses and carriages are all on display and plenty of Spain's oldest wine 'sherry' is knocked back too!
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