Granada

Granada (pomegranate, in English) is located at the foot of the Sierra Nevada mountains. Known for its Alhambra fortress, the Albayzín (Moorish quarter) & Cathedral. The Alhambra was the last stronghold of the Moorish kingdom in Spain & finally fell to Isabel & Ferdinand (the Catholic monarchs) in 1492.

la Alhambra (Red Castle) consists of 4 parts
- Palacios Nazaries
- Charles V's Palace
- Generalife Gardens
- Alcazaba



1. Palacios Nazaries - the jewel of the Alhambra, the 14th century Moorish royal palace







2. Palacio de Charles V - added in the 16th century after conquering the Muslims


3. Generalife Gardens




4. Alcazaba (citadel) - the oldest & most ruined part of the Alhambra complex from the 9th century


Torre de la Vela - This watchtower is where the flag of Ferdinand & Isabella was 1st raised on January 2, 1492 - the end of the Reconquista (reconquest) of Spain.


The Albayzín is the old Arabic quarter located on the hill opposite the Alhambra, characterized by cobble stoned streets & white washed houses.


Catedral y Capilla Real (Royal Chapel) - holds the tombs of Queen Isabel & King Ferdinand