The truth behind Seville’s NO8DO symbol

Brian's Spain Domain

Jan 08 2024 | 00:14:45

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Show Notes

One of the symbols of Seville (you can find it on its flag) is an enigmatic emblem that reads NO8DO, which according to legend is an abbreviated form of “No me ha dejado” (It -i.e. Seville- hasn’t left me) in reference to the time when the city stood faithful to King Alfonso X during a […]

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