In Seville, one of the best known and most visited cities in Spain, not all the great monuments are historical, there are also some quite modern that have become a symbol for the Sevillians. Among these new buildings, the Seville mushrooms stand out, the largest wooden structure in the world.
The mushrooms of Seville, also known as Metropol Parasol, is a large pergola, the shape and color of which is reminiscent of mushrooms.
Of all the Seville monuments, this is one of the most outstanding, and also one of the most peculiar. The structure of the mushrooms of Seville is very far from the more traditional constructions, which makes it a point of reference throughout the city.
The history of this huge pergola began in 2006, when its construction began. However, this was not entirely easy, as it had to compete with many other architectural projects seeking approval and financing from the Seville City Council.
In the same way, the local authorities had to decide quickly in which project to invest, because the rehabilitation of Plaza Encarnación, where the Seville Mushrooms are, could not continue as planned because archaeological remains were found under it. .
Finally, the Seville Mushrooms were inaugurated in 2011, and since then they have been one of the most visited tourist attractions in southern Spain.
The main attraction of the Seville mushrooms is its museum, which collects most of the archaeological remains found in Plaza Encarnación, as well as being in charge of their conservation and exposure to the public.
In the museum, whose official name is Museo Antiquarium, you will be able to see important ancestral pieces, some so old that they date from the time of Roman rule and the era of Muslim control.
Likewise, the Seville mushrooms have another five floors, each one has its own floor, and can be reached through a system of elevators. The most popular of all is the upper level, which serves as a gazebo and as a terrace. Some of the most incredible views of Seville can only be seen from the top of the Metropol Parasol.
Likewise, the area surrounding the structure is active, vibrant and fun. There is a wide variety of shops, a market, souvenir shops, cafes and restaurants. This makes the Seville mushrooms one of the most modern and busiest areas of the city.
We already mentioned that this wonderful architectural work is open to the public, and it is usually one of the favorite visits of tourists.
If you go to the Andalusian capital, you want to visit one of its many wonders and you can’t wait to get to know the Seville Mushrooms, then you should know that you can go in whenever you want and explore its different floors, its museums and the peculiar details of its design.
The ticket to enter the building can be purchased on the official website of the Seville mushrooms. The natives of the city enter for free.
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