Tuesday, March 23, 2010

The Alhambra



The Alhambra is a palace and fortress complex constructed during the mid 14th century by the Moorish rulers of the Emirate of Granada in Al-Andalus, occupying a hilly terrace on the southeastern border of the city of Granada, now in Andalusia, Spain.
Once the residence of the Muslim rulers of Granada and their court, the site became a Christian palace. After being allowed ti fall into disrepair, the Alhambra was "rediscovered" in the 19th century. It is now one of Spain's major tourist attractions and exhibits the country's most famous Islamic architecture. Together with Christian 16th-century and later interventions in buildings and gardens.

1 comment:

  1. Just one suggestion for you:

    . The Alhambra is a palace and fortress complex (WO)


    I have been here before! It is truly amazing! You must go!

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