Sevilla, Espagna - August and September, 2006

We passed a few large freighters on the way up the Guadilquivir River to Sevilla.

And a few horses and cows.  You could really smell them coming from a mile away in the mid-day heat.

One of the many shrimp boats we passed anchored along the river.

Other than that, there really wasn't much to see along the way.

Our first stop in Sevilla after missing the 5pm bridge opening.

The setting might not have been spectacular but the certainly sunset was.

Plaza de Espagna, built for the 1929 World Fair in Seville.  One of the most beautiful plazas I have ever seen.

One of the hazards of walking the streets in Europe!

We spent many an hour enjoying the pool at the Club Nautico de Sevilla.

And the cafe/bar too!

A very successful lunch at a typical Sevillano tapas bar.

A view of the cathedral on the walk up to the top of La Giralda, the bell tower.

Awaiting the start of the bull fight.

Just your average building in Sevilla....

The girls are off the get their afternoon ice cream from the poolside stand.

The Torre de Oro, one of the better known landmarks in Sevilla.

The Real Alcazar, the royal palace, was so spectacular with incredibly ornate floors, walls, ceilings, doors, and windows.

The palace gardens were equally captivating.

Returning to the boat after a day of touring.  You can see why the pool was so popular with the Zia crew.

We found a great restaurant right on the waterfront that we could take our dinghy without worrying too much about it.

Of course, Isla Magica was a highlight for all of us.