Arco del Postigo del Aceite

Grandly only one of three extant gates

Seeing it in the evening as the sunlight faded was particularly special. Lovely light enhanced the effect and brought home its grandeur and historical significance. Interestingly it is only one of th...

Historic arch with many names

Monday 16th May we were sightseeing and exploring in the city of Saville. Walking along the narrow cobbled Calle Almirantazgo we came across this archway that spans the street. It dates from 110...

One Of The Few Remaining City Gates

In honesty there is not much to see, but I gave it 4 stars for its historic value. Arco del Postigo del Aceite, which translated means, Gateway of Oil, was once one of Seville's city gates when it wa...

A Gate

Arco del Postigo del Aceite is another one of the last remaining so-called gates to the city of Seville. This early 12th century construction is only a ghost of times past. There is not really much le...

Small Arch in city -- great breakfast nearby

A simple arch that was part of the old city --- better yet near a couple of small local eateries for breakfast.