We spent one more day in Sevilla exploring around town. While we were there, they were preparing for the Holy Week. Most churches around town staged a float for the holy week. Much preparation goes into this parade. It is an honor to carry the float and it can take twenty-four and fifty-four men to carry one float from their church to the Sevilla Cathedral.
These figurines look intimidating but the hoods have a different meaning in Spain. The capirote or pointed hats are used in religious practice and not meant for what we might think they are used for in the united states.
Sevilla Cathedral (Catedral de Santa María de la Sede de Sevilla)
La Visión de San Antonio by Murillo
Some beautiful stained glass windows.
Tomb of Columbus
It is highly disputed where the remains of the famous explorer Christopher Columbus lie. Finally DNA tests prove that at least part of Columbus rest in this tomb (he may also be in Cuba where he traveled posthumously).
St. Justina and St. Rufina, 1817
There was a real interesting back story about these saints.
We got a chance to climb to the top of the accompanied tower. We got a nice view of the bells while we were up there.
Giralda Tower
Interesting drainage solutions outside the church in the orange courtyard.
The day soon came to an end and we had to leave the next day. We probably could have spent another day or two here not even mentioning all the other cities in the region that we missed. Oh welll! I guess we can always come back! Adios!
Growing With Leala 