Casa de las Sirenas, 19th-century palace in Alameda de Hércules, Spain
Casa de las Sirenas is a 19th-century palace featuring a symmetrical layout with a private garden at its center. The slate roof is topped with decorative details, while two sphinx sculptures frame the entrance staircase.
The palace was completed in 1864 when the Marquess of Esquivel commissioned architect Joaquín Fernández Ayarragaray to design it. The project drew inspiration from French aristocratic architectural traditions of that era.
The name refers to the decorative water features adorning its facade. Today it serves as a gathering place where the neighborhood hosts exhibitions and performances that draw residents and visitors together.
The center opens to visitors on weekdays and operates different areas for community programs and cultural activities. Step-free access is available throughout, making it easy to move between rooms.
The decorative ironwork throughout the building was crafted in 1862 by the Hermanos Portilla workshop. They replicated the same patterns found in the nearby Royal Tobacco Factory, creating a visual connection between the two structures.
Location: Seville
Inception: 1864
Architects: Joaquín Fernández Ayarragaray
Part of: Seville old town
GPS coordinates: 37.39915,-5.99444
Latest update: December 6, 2025 17:43
Seville reveals its story through the marks of many years. The Cathedral and its Giralda tower show the change from Gothic to baroque. The Royal Alcázar mixes Islamic designs with gardens shaded by orange trees. Walking through the streets, you move from the narrow alleys of Santa Cruz to the open views of Plaza de España, built in the early 20th century with channels and colorful tiles. Maria Luisa Park gives a break under the Mediterranean trees, not far from the Metropol Parasol with its modern wooden shapes that stand out against the old buildings. Along the Guadalquivir River, the Torre del Oro hints at how important the river was in medieval times. The Triana Bridge connects the city center to the pottery and sailor neighborhoods. Places like the Fine Arts Museum and the Hospital de los Venerables open doors to spaces where art and architecture meet. Each spot tells a different part of the story, with no one dominating.
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