The Alcazar in Sevilla was originally built in 712 by the caliphs as a fortress. King Pedro I built the mudejar palace that now stands there in 1248. Just like almost every other place I've been to in Spain, it is beautiful. There are a number of patio gardens with pools. The walls are covered in mosaic patterns, each piece cut and placed individually. The gardens are worth exploring, but our school group did not have time. However, I have every intention of returning with a book!
Photo credit to Markie. Mine mysteriously disappeared....
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