Built in the 13th century for the rulers of the Nasrid Dynasty, the Alhambra attests to the rich influence of Arab culture in southern Spain. The earliest documents about the area date back to the 9th ...

Against the backdrop of the magnificent Sierra Nevada mountains in Granada, the Alhambra, meaning “red castle” in Arabic, was named for the reddish-golden hue of its walls. Dating back to the 9th ...

MY HIGH-SCHOOL Spanish teacher, between verb conjugations and vocabulary drills, introduced us to the Alhambra. For me, the arches and domes of the castle in southern Spain evoked the romance of “The ...

Few places in Europe capture the imagination quite like the Alhambra. Sitting on top of a hill in the Andalusian city of Granada, this large complex of palaces, gardens, and fortress walls is not just ...

Bathhouses, tapas-hopping and flamenco: here's how to make the most of a short break in this Andalucian city. One of Granada's most stunning miradors (viewpoints) is the one onto the Alhambra palace ...

A panoramic view of Granada's fortress-palace, the Alhambra. Photo / <a href='https://www.123rf.com/profile_trofoto'>trofoto - 123RF</a> My Lonely Planet guide told ...

U.S. News Insider Tip: The best way to visit the Alhambra is with a private guide. There's a lot to see, not to mention a complicated history. Lolita's Tours is one company that offers these small, ...

Home to the world famous Alhambra Palace, visitors to Granada often overlook the city itself. While there’s no doubt that the expansive Alhambra Palace is worth a visit, Granada as a destination ...

Moorish or Arab baths were a part of the culture during the Nasrid reign in Granada – and you'll find remains of the historic bath houses throughout the city. The Catholic monarchs closed the Moorish ...

Photo taken on June 17, 2021 shows a view of the Alhambra Palace in Granada, Spain. The Alhambra Palace is a fortress complex located in Granada, Andalusia, Spain. It was inscribed onto the world ...