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      The Alhambra

      • The Alhambra (/ ælˈhæmbrə /, Spanish: [aˈlambɾa]; Arabic: الْحَمْرَاء, romanized : al-ḥamrāʼ) is a palace and fortress complex located in Granada, Andalusia, Spain.
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  2. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › AlhambraAlhambra - Wikipedia

    May 2, 2024 · The Alhambra (/ æ l ˈ h æ m b r ə /, Spanish:; Arabic: الْحَمْرَاء, romanized: al-ḥamrāʼ ) is a palace and fortress complex located in Granada, Andalusia, Spain. It is one of the most famous monuments of Islamic architecture and one of the best-preserved palaces of the historic Islamic world , in addition to containing ...

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  3. Apr 15, 2024 · Standing atop a great hill in Granada, the Alhambra Palace remains one of the most magnificent structures in Spain today. Built between 1238 and 1358, the Palace was begun by Muhammad I Ibn al-Ahmar, the first emir of the Nasrid kingdom, and was used as a military fortress until the end of Muslim rule in 1492.

  4. Apr 28, 2024 · The Real Alcazar in Seville has a rich history spanning over 500 years. This magnificent palace stands as an oasis of calm in the middle of Seville. Different architectural styles (Romanesque, Gothic, and Renaissance) were coimbined over time to create this masterpiece.

  5. Apr 17, 2024 · Nasrid Palaces - Alhambra - Generalife. Day 2. Albayzín - Mirador San Nicolas - Granada Cathedral. Day 3. Seville Alcazar - Seville Cathedral - Flamenco Dance Museum. Show More. Day 1: Unveiling the Moorish Legacy in Granada. 1. Nasrid Palaces.

  6. Apr 22, 2024 · The journey from Madrid takes about 4 hours by high-speed train, while a trip from Seville takes 2 to 3 hours by bus or train. I took a bus from Seville to Granada when I was backpacking Andalucia, as it was a cheaper option and it worked perfectly! Compare buses and trains to Granada here!

  7. May 4, 2024 · The Alhambra is not one singular building but a vast palace complex. The main components of this complex are the Nasrid Palaces, the Generalife and the Alcazaba. Nasrid Palaces. Also called the Palacios Nazaries or Casa Real (Royal Palace), this is the highlight of visiting the Alhambra. Generalife. Gardens and summer palace of the Nasrid kings.

  8. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › GranadaGranada - Wikipedia

    3 days ago · The Alhambra, a medieval Nasrid citadel and palace, is located in Granada. It is one of the most famous monuments of Islamic architecture [7] and one of the most visited tourist sites in Spain.