Spain 2024 2 euro - Cathedral

The "Cathedral, Alcázar and Archivo de Indias in Seville" coin is one of many commemorative euro coins issued to celebrate exceptional cultural and historical sites in Europe. This particular coin is dedicated to three significant landmarks in Seville, Spain: the Cathedral, Alcázar, and Archivo de Indias.

The obverse of the coin features a detailed depiction of these three landmarks, all recognized as UNESCO World Heritage Sites. The Cathedral of Seville, also known as the Cathedral of Saint Mary of the See, is a monumental Gothic church, one of the largest in the world, and an iconic symbol of the city. The Alcázar, on the other hand, is a palace complex blending Moorish, Gothic, Renaissance, and Baroque elements, serving as a remarkable illustration of the city's history and culture. The Archivo de Indias, or the General Archive of the Indies, is a building housing extremely valuable documents related to the colonization of the Americas by Spain.

The coin was minted by the Royal Spanish Mint (Real Casa de la Moneda) in Spain.