Moorish architecture is an architectural style which historically developed in the western Islamic world, which included al-Andalus (Muslim-ruled Spain and Portugal between 711 and 1492), Morocco, and much of Algeria, Tunisia, and Libya (part of the Maghreb). But it wasn’t until the Renaissance, that the last 1/3 was added in 1568.The name of the bell tower comes from the weathervane statue on the top of the belfry, which in Spanish is called a If you’re interested in more history about the Moorish influence on Andalucia, follow us Moorish architecture perfected the art of patios and fountains View from Generalife to Alhambra – all in Granada The height of Moorish architecture: The Nasrid Palace in Alhambra The gardens of the Alcázar were made to resemble paradise on earth The Mudéjar ornamentation of the Salón de Embajadores is awe-inspiring The bell tower – Giralda – with its Moorish base and Renaissance top View to the Cathedral courtyard from the belfry Giralda Mudéjar artisans certainly did their best at Patio de las Doncellas Torre del Oro was built by the Almohad dynasty as a watchtower in the early 1200 The Royal Tobacco Factory – Real Fábrica de Tabacos – was built in 1728 Baroque entrance to the enormous Royal Tobacco Factory Parts of the Alcázar are still used by the Royal family, making the Alcázar the oldest functioning royal palace in Europe The Plaza de España from 1928 mixes Renaissance and Mudéjar architecture The Cathedral dates back to the 15th century, but part of the bell tower is much older The Renaissance Archivo General de Indias is also on the UNESCO World Heritage list Entrance to Salón de los Embajadores from Patio de las Muñecas Palacio del Yeso is the oldest part of the Alcázar and the only part original Moorish Amazing woodwork at the ceiling at the Patio de las Doncellas Patio de las Doncellas is one of the most beautiful examples of Mudéjar architecture in the Alcázar The peaceful Patio de Levíes in the Casa del Asistente Details of the arches framing the Patio de las Doncellas Salón de los Embajadores was definitely made to impress and provoke The Gardens of the Alcázar were used as set for the popular TV series Game of Thrones The symmetry and elegance of Patio de las Doncellas is out of this world The hypnotizing and extremely beautiful ceiling of Salón de los Embajadores Salón de los Embajadores was used as public reception space While Patio de las Doncellas was a public space, the Patio de las Muñecas was a private one Los tres principales estados de la torre de Sevilla, 1909, autor Alejandro Guichot (Museo de Artes y Costumbres Populares de Sevilla) Construction of this Moorish minaret began in 1184 under the Almohad dynasty The name of the bell tower comes from the weathervane statue on the top of the belfry, which in Spanish is called a “giraldillo” You can climb the belfry and be awarded with views to the gargoyles The original Moorish Puerta del Perdón leads to the courtyard and is one of the few remains from the 12th century mosque The original great doors of the Moorish Puerta del Perdón are made from larchwood covered with bronze Continue in the architectural footsteps of the Moors and learn about Seville's Arab heritage.Continue in the architectural footsteps of the Moors and learn about Seville\'s Arab heritage. It's now part of Maria Luisa Park, public area stretching along the river. The Moorish urban influence can be seen throughout Seville with the herbaje and small fountains in courtyards of houses. source: Mixing Moorish, Gothic, Mudéjar, and Renaissance elements, the Alcázar of Seville is, no doubt, one of the world’s most stunning architectural compounds. It offers beautiful Moorish-decorated rooms, but also an outdoor swimming pool, gym and a typical garden courtyard with fountain.