Visiting El Alhambra in Granada, Spain

One of the main attractions in Granada is a visit to El Alhambra, filled with gardens, palaces and a fortress. The Alhambra was rebuilt and altered throughout history so it has a blend of Moorish and Renaissance architecture. The structures are on top of a hill next to the city with great views of Granada. We took a bus to get there, free with our Granada card, and after we walked down to get home.

Below are a few photos from the gardens where you enter and Palacio Del Generalife.

The Nasrid Palaces (Palacios Nazaries) are the main attractions in El Alhambra and are so popular that you have to buy tickets in advance for a specific date and time to visit. This complex of palaces was the residence of the kings of Granada, dating back to the 13th century. The courtyards connecting the palaces are designed with Persian and Muslim architectural elements and have beautiful fountains with water flowing throughout the complex. There are so many people in the palaces, so I tried to take pictures showing the intricate ceilings and ornamental plaster tiles.

There is also a fortress in El Alhambra, called el Alcazaba, that has great views of Granada.