Alhambra
Granada, Andalusia, Spain
Alhambra is a palace and fortress complex originally constructed in 889, It fell into disrepair until the mid 11th century when it was rebuilt by the Moorish emir Mohammed ben Al-Ahamar of the Emirate of Granada. It was converted into a royal palace in 1333 by Yusuf I, Sultan of Granada and housed his harem.
After the conquest of Granada by the Reyes Catolicos (Catholic Monarchs) in 1492 some portions were used by Christian rulers. The Alhambra fell again into disrepair for centuries, during which time the buildings were occupied by squatters. Its importance was again recognized in the 19th century and restorations were made.
It is now one of Spain's major tourist attractions, exhibiting the country's most significant and well known Islamic architecture.
Alhambra is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
After the conquest of Granada by the Reyes Catolicos (Catholic Monarchs) in 1492 some portions were used by Christian rulers. The Alhambra fell again into disrepair for centuries, during which time the buildings were occupied by squatters. Its importance was again recognized in the 19th century and restorations were made.
It is now one of Spain's major tourist attractions, exhibiting the country's most significant and well known Islamic architecture.
Alhambra is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.