Baths of María de Padilla

The Baths of María de Padilla are a series of rainwater tanks located beneath the Patio del Crucero in the Alcázar of Seville, Spain. They are named after María de Padilla, the mistress of King Peter I of Castile, who reigned in the 14th century.The legend surrounding the baths suggests that María de Padilla, renowned for her beauty and virtue, would bathe in these tanks. However, historical evidence indicates that these tanks were built for water storage rather than bathing. They were constructed during the reign of Alfonso X of Castile, Peter I's father, in the 13th century.The Baths of María de Padilla are an intriguing historical site within the Alcázar of Seville, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the most visited attractions in Spain.