Category: summer

Up On The Roof

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[views from various rooftop bars in Sevilla]

What better way to finish a great day in Sevilla than with a cocktail (or two) at a rooftop bar, looking out over the most beautiful city in Spain and contemplating the stars. Time was when rooftop bars were something of a rarity, or for guests only, but over the last few years a lot of hotels have cottoned on to the attractions of “drinks with a view” in comfortable surroundings, so now you have plenty of choice of where to go. Here are some of the best…

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Velá de Santa Ana 2012 – Photos

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Some images from opening night at the Velá de Santa Ana last Friday. We also went to the photo exhibit in the Castillo de San Jorge – DesVELAndo Triana – which was excellent. Am hoping to get down to see the “cucaña” this week, something I’ve never seen (hard to believe after 19 years!). So stay tuned for some fun photos of that…

Velá de Santa Ana
20 – 28 July 2012
Triana

Velá de Santa Ana 2012

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Triana’s biggest annual street party – the Velá de Santiago y Santa Ana – starts next week on Friday July 20th with dozens of activities and concerts planned.

Dating from the thirteenth century, the Velá is celebrated every year in late July and Sevillianos flock to the “other side” of the river to enjoy this traditional week-long summer festival.

Plaza Altozano and the surrounding streets are at the center of the fiesta, particularly Betis street, where there are food and craft booths and a small fun fair for children. It’s a great place to stroll, have a beer or a glass of fino with some “pescaito frito” and sample the traditional green hazelnuts.

Also check out the “Desvelando Triana” (Revealing Triana) photography exhibit at the Castillo de San Jorge to learn more about the history of Triana and the Velá, on until August 26th 10 am – 2 pm (until July 26th you can also visit the exhibit 7 pm – 11 pm).

Velá de Santa Ana
20 – 28 July 2012
Triana

Summer Cinema at the University of Sevilla

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The summer cinema at Patio del Centro de Iniciativas Culturales (University of Sevilla) starts today, with an interesting lineup of international films, from classics to present day, in original version with Spanish subtitles.

Showtime is at 10.30 pm Monday – Wednesday (Monday – Thursday from July 12th).
And admission is free!

Cine de Verano en 21 Grados
Patio del Centro de Iniciativas Culturales
Madre de Dios, 1.
18th June – 23 August 2012

The summer programme also includes music, theatre and dance evenings.

Cine de Verano 21 Grados Programme