Spain’s grandest city was once the gateway to the Americas. The extravagant cathedral, with a bewildering golden altar, testifies to the wealth that the empire brought.
 

But beneath the splendid imperial façade, Seville’s history is much more complex: the cathedral itself was built on the site of a mosque from the days of the Moors. Against this backdrop, the home of flamenco is alluring, with excellent shops, superb weather, an unbeatable tapas culture and nightlife for all ages.