The Historic Charm of María Luisa Park: A Green Treasure in Seville
María Luisa Park, one of Seville’s most iconic green spaces, has a fascinating history dating back to the 19th century. It all began when the Dukes of Montpensier purchased the San Telmo Palace in 1849 and, to complement their residence, commissioned the French gardener Lecolant to create an extensive garden in the English style, also inspired by oriental and French formal elements.
In 1893, Infanta María Luisa of Bourbon, widow of the Duke, donated a large part of the garden to the city of Seville. This gift allowed for the creation of the Paseo de María Luisa and later led to what we now know as María Luisa Park. In the 20th century, the city began planning the Ibero-American Exposition of 1929 and decided to use the park as the main venue. To prepare, architect Aníbal González and French landscape designer Jean-Claude Forestier redesigned the park, preserving its original beauty while adapting it to the event’s requirements.
The park’s opening to the public in 1914, along with the subsequent Ibero-American Exposition, gave María Luisa Park a unique character, blending local influences with the landscaping style of the time
Today, the park remains a symbol of the city, where the sound of sprinklers, the song of blackbirds, and the echo of horse-drawn carriages transport visitors to an era of splendor and tranquility.
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