Thursday, May 14, 2009

Hotel Alfonso XIII, Seville, Spain

Seville is known for its beautiful architecture.  Historic Roman and Greek influences are evident, but the more obvious influence is from the Moorish rule of 700 AD. The arabic designs are breathtaking. Many of the interior photos are of the Hotel Alfonso XIII where I stayed (compliments of Starwood points). King Alfonso XIII commissioned  the hotel be built in 1929 as the grandest of all hotels in Europe. It is truly a masterpiece to behold and grand is an understatement!