The Alcazar is the oldest palace in Europe...

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The Alcazar is the oldest palace in Europe, which still houses the royal family and hosts official ceremonies. The complex occupies an area of ​​55 thousand square meters. km, and is one of the largest in Spain.

The palace was built in the 10th century for the Moorish rulers. In the 11th century, the legendary Moorish ruler and poet al-Mu'tamid owned it.

The palace is considered one of the most famous Moorish-style landmarks in Spain (in Seville it is known as Mudéjar).

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