Granada, Spain: The Exquisite Alhambra
More info about travel to Granada: Granada's dominant sight is the Alhambra, the last and greatest Moorish palace. For two centuries, until 1492, Granada reigned as the capital of a dwindling Moorish empire. As Christian forces pushed the Moors farther and farther south, this palace was the last hurrah of a sophisticated civilization.
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Visiting Alhambra in Granada, Spain
Come join us as we visit the Alhambra in Granada, Spain. Some places or attractions you visit don't live up to the hype; however, the Alhambra (الْحَمْرَاء) certainly does and having an opportunity to see its splendor from afar and up close is one of the greatest travel moment we've experienced in recent memory. As impressive as the Alhambra is from certain lookout points in Granada it is once you enter its grounds up close and person that you have a real appreciation for the intricate details and sheer size of the place. Our biggest suggestion when visiting the Alhambra (الْحَمْرَاء) is to give yourself plenty of time to take it all in. It is an attraction that is so impressive and massive that spending anything less than half a day does not do it justice.
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Visiting Alhambra in Granada, Spain Travel Video Transcript:
Good morning guys. As you can tell from the way we are dressed it is fill in the blank cold this morning. We're really excited to be exploring the Alhambra here in Granada. We are up bright and early. We sure are. We have tickets for 10 am to visit the Nasrid Palaces but we've come in early. We're going to have a look around visit the gardens. There is two reasons why we decided to come so early this morning. And it was actually minus temperatures this morning. That is why I'm dressed the way we are. We have our hats, we have our toques and we have our scarves on. Apparently there is the best light in the morning. And you beat the crowds a little bit. Let's do this.
The Alhambra is one of the most impressive sights in all of Spain and it receives over 2 million tourists every year. This complex of palaces, gardens and fortresses once formed the citadel that was part of the Nasrid Kingdom of Granada, which was the last Muslim dynasty to rule along the Iberian Peninsula from the years 1230 to 1492.
The Nasrid Palaces are a collection of rooms, courtyards, and spaces that were used for business, administration, and for private living quarters.
The architecture is characterized by its carved arabic inscriptions, its intricate cedar wood ceilings, and its colourful tiles arranged in geometric patterns.
Inside the Nasrid Palaces, we visited the Court of the Myrtles, whose key feature is a pool fed by two marble fountains. Not only did this help cool the palace, but it also acted as a symbol of power since water was usually in short supply.
From there we continued to the Hall of Ambassadors, which is the largest room in the Alhambra (الْحَمْرَاء). This was the grand reception room where the sultan’s throne was located. One of the most impressive aspects of this room is the carved wooden ceiling, which is a representation of the Seven Heavens of the Islamic Paradise.
Our next stop was the Palace of Charles the V, which stands out from the rest of the constructions at the Alhambra (الْحَمْرَاء). Construction of this palace was ordered by Charles the V who was Holy Roman Emperor at the time. He wanted to establish his residence close to the Alhambra palaces, though there is no evidence he ever lived here.
There was still plenty left to see in the Alhambra (الْحَمْرَاء), so our next stop was the Alcazaba. This is the oldest part of the Alhambra (الْحَمْرَاء) which was built as a stronghold for surveillance and defence. We climbed up the two towers, which offer some of the best views of Granada.
And that’s pretty much a wrap for our visit to the Alhambra (الْحَمْرَاء). We only spent a half day touring the grounds, but you could easily spend a full day there - especially if you visit in the spring or summer once the gardens are already in bloom. Our parting tips for the Alhambra are to visit with plenty of time, and to wear comfortable shoes because you will be walking around a lot! That’s it for now, and we’ll see you in the next video.
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Alhambra: Design & Architecture Detailed Guide ( Granada, Spain - Tour)
In this video we learn about the architectural features of the Alhambra Palace in Granada, Spain. I'll share some travel tips too!
We'll examine the palace's Islamic design features, including vegetal, calligraphy and geometric patterns. This includes the colorful tile work that forms tessellations on the walls. These designs inspired MC Escher, to explore tessellations. Also, we will learn about the stalactite and honeycomb (Mocarabes and Muqarnas) that adorn the ceilings and archways.
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0:20 - Background Info: Moors & Granada
0:53 - Travel Tip #1
1:37 - Alcazaba Fortress
1:52 - Nasrid Palace Intro
2:18 - Mexuar Hall
2:28 - Islamic Art: Calligraphy, Vegetal & Geometric Patterns
2:52 - Tessellations & MC Escher
3:45 - Hall of the Golden Room
4:06 - Comares Palace Intro
4:15 - Hall of the Boat
4:41 - Hall of the Ambassadors (Throne Room): Wooden interlaced ceiling
5:18 - Court of the Myrtles: Reflection Pool
5:40 - Palace of the Lions Intro
6:07- Hall of Mocarabes: Explanation of Muqarnas & Mocarabes
6:40 - Hall of the Kings
6:52 - Hall of Abencerrajes: Star shaped Dome of Muqarnas & Mocarabes
7:21 - Hall of the Two Sisters
7:35 - Mirador de Daraxa (El Mirador de Lindaraja) - Stain-glassed ceiling
7:46 - Garden of the Partal
8:01 - Palace of Charles V: Renaissance Palace
8:13 - Generalife: Architect's Garden and Summer Palace
8:50 - Gate of Justice: Legend
9:06 - Travel Tip #2
9:15 - Bus Travel to Córdoba
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CNN: Alhambra Palace Program - Alhambra Tour
Yasin Maymir, Travel Organizer of Ilimtour Muslim Travel Agency, located in Granada, Andalusia (Spain) is the host of CNN team for this program.
With him as a tour guide inside The Alhambra Palaces, you travel back to Islamic times of Granada. He gives all his knowledge and passion during its Alhambra Muslim Tour.
Join him! and learn a lot of interesting facts about the Islamic History of Alhambra Complex, an UNESCO World Heritage.
And there is more, during the Alhambra Muslim Tour you will get a transcription of the Arab inscriptions on the walls, a very enriching experience, reading texts like: The one who speaks well should be respected.
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Alhambra 4K Granada | Virtual tour travel guide
Alhambra 4K is a video that let you travel to the interior of the Alhambra palace to discover it as a virtual tour. Travel to the ancient building which is located in the city of Granada, Andalusia. Famous by being one of the most visited monument in Spain by tourists.
For more tourist info, guide and tickets visit the official website.
Descubre el palacio nazarí de la Alhambra de Granada desde sus ángulos más cinematográficos. Situado al este de Andalucía, es famoso por ser uno de los monumentos españoles que más turistas reciben a lo largo del año.
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Alhambra Granada, Spain - Tour
Tour of the Alhambra palace and fortress complex located in Granada, Andalusia, Spain. Walk through this enchanted Palace filled with walls of art!
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The Alhambra is one of Europe's most visited attractions.
Located in southern Spain, in the city of Granada, the original Alhambra complex was built in the 9th century, then rebuilt by the moors in the 11th century.
Slowly the Alhambra was transformed and by the mid-1300's was a palace as well as a fortress.
After the moors were defeated, the Alhambra continually evolved under subsequent monarchs and therefore boasts both Muslim and Christian architecture.
The detail throughout the Alhambra is undeniably extraordinary but delicate.
Because of this, the number of visitors to the Alhambra are limited so you will need to get your ticket in advance and you must have the printed copy with the barcode. Each visitor to Alhambra's palace has an allotted time that you are allowed to enter, make sure you don't miss it.
Please visit our website for more useful tips and information.
Also, when your finished your tour be sure to take a seat in one of Granada's many cafe's to enjoy a view of the Alhambra from a distance!
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The Alhambra is a palace and fortress complex located in Granada, Andalusia, Spain.
It was originally constructed as a small fortress in AD 889 on the remains of Roman fortifications, and then largely ignored until its ruins were renovated and rebuilt in the mid-13th century by the Nasrid emir Mohammed ben Al-Ahmar of the Emirate of Granada, who built its current palace and walls. It was converted into a royal palace in 1333 by Yusuf I, Sultan of Granada. After the conclusion of the Christian Reconquista in 1492, the site became the Royal Court of Ferdinand and Isabella (where Christopher Columbus received royal endorsement for his expedition), and the palaces were partially altered in the Renaissance style. In 1526 Charles I & V commissioned a new Renaissance palace better befitting the Holy Roman Emperor in the revolutionary Mannerist style influenced by Humanist philosophy in direct juxtaposition with the Nasrid Andalusian architecture, but it was ultimately never completed due to Morisco rebellions in Granada.
Alhambra, Generalife and Albayzín, Granada (UNESCO/NHK)
Rising above the modern lower town, the Alhambra and the Albaycín, situated on two adjacent hills, form the medieval part of Granada. To the east of the Alhambra fortress and residence are the magnificent gardens of the Generalife, the former rural residence of the emirs who ruled this part of Spain in the 13th and 14th centuries. The residential district of the Albaycín is a rich repository of Moorish vernacular architecture, ...
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Located at the foot of the Sierra Nevada mountains, right by the Genil River, the city hides one of the most popular tourist attractions in Spain and UNESCO World Heritage Site – The Alhambra. This magnificent palace and fortress was built by the Moorish rulers, back in the 14th century.
It is often described as a pearl set in emeralds, because of its unique position – Alhambra is the white building sitting on the mountainside filled with dark green trees. Its gardens and water features are known around the world for their extraordinary beauty.
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More info about travel to Granada: The Albayzín in Granada is Spain's best old Moorish quarter, with its labyrinthine back lanes and inviting neighborhood squares. The Alcaicería, or silk market, is a tourist trap housed in a modern reconstruction of the original market – but it's fun to explore.
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Alhambra Palace Tour | Granada | Spain
A tour of the spectacular Alhambra Palace and beautiful Granada this Spring. Don't forget to follow me on Twitter / Instagram and WordPress @travelblogjamie and on Facebook (JamieWRobins).
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ALHAMBRA Granada Walking Tour | Amazing Islamic Palace Andalusia - Spain
The Alhambra Granada is one of the most visited monumental sites in Spain. It is a unique and exceptional example of an Arab palatial city from the Middle Ages. Alhambra are Islamic palaces were built for the last Muslim emirs in Spain and become an ancient megastructure for world.
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From Hall of the Ambassadors please take a closer look at the stars on the ceiling; you can marvel at the delicacy of the wooden stalactite-shaped prisms known as mocárabes in the Hall of the Two Sisters; see the restored fountain in the Courtyard of the Lions, and see in close-up the decorative motifs, inscriptions and the tiles in the Comares Bath. You can also visit sites such as the Captive's Tower and the Queen's Dressing Room, which are not normally open to the public.
This visit offers the chance to see every tiny detail of the most important architectural spaces in this astounding place: the Alcazaba, the Mexuar, the Court of the Myrtles, the Golden Room, the Mullioned Window Room, the Palace of Charles V, the Generalife palace… You'll also be treated to some exceptional views of the city of Granada from the Alhambra itself. Another essential view of this Nasrid site –against the backdrop of the mountains of the Sierra Nevada– can be seen from the San Nicolás viewing point in the Albaicín quarter. Simply spectacular.
There are 3 main part of Alhambra:
1. Generalife. This area includes: The New Gardens, Patio for Dismounting (Patio del Descabalgamiento), Court of Access (Patio de Acceso), Court of the Water Channel (Patio de la Acequia), Court of the Sultana, Upper Gardens and Oleander Walk.
2. Alcazaba is the military area within the grounds of the Monument. The following areas may be visited: the terrace of the Bucket Tower (Torre del Cubo), the ramparts of the northern wall, the Arms Square (Plaza de Armas) with an urban military district (Barrio Castrense), the terrace of the Arms Gate (Terraza de la Puerta de las Armas), the Watchtower (Torre de la Vela) and the Ramparts´ garden (Jardín de los Adarves).
3. Nasrid Palace. This area includes: Mexuar: Hall, Oratory, Gilded Room and Patio.Comares Palace: Court of the Myrtles (Patio de los Arrayanes), Hall of the Boat (Sala de la Barca), the Ambassadors´ Hall (Salon de Embajadores). Palace of the Lions (Palacio de los Leones): Sala de los Mocárabes, Patio, Sala de los Abencerrajes, Hall of the Kings (Sala de los Reyes), Hall of the Two Sisters (Sala de Dos Hermanas), The Emperor's Chambers, Belvedere, Court of the Wrought Iron Grille (Patio de la Reja), Garden of Lindarja.
El Partal: Gallery of the Palace (Portico del Palacio), Gardens and walkways, Rauda, Palace of Yusuf III and the Towers Walk.
Admission to the Nasrid Palaces is only allowed during the time slot shown on the ticket.
This vlog is about my first travel experience in Spain especially in Andalusia using flight, train and bus. After one day tour in Cordoba to visit Mesquita Cordoba I went to Granada by Alsa Bus. I also visit Granada grand mosque in Albaycin area
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2. Alsa Bus Cordoba to Granada
3. Renfe Ave Train Granada to Barcelona
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Exploring the spectacular historic city of Granada. Tour includes a visit to The Alhambra complex (Alcazaba – Nasrid Palaces – Generalife), Granada, Spain 2018. Tour booked via Pancho Tours. Shots were taken with GoPro Hero 5 Black 1080p HD.
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The Alhambra, a Moorish citadel and palace, is in Granada. It is the most renowned building of the Andalusian Islamic historical legacy with its many cultural attractions that make Granada a popular destination among the tourist cities of Spain. The Almohad influence on architecture is also preserved in the Granada neighborhood called the Albaicín with its fine examples of Moorish and Morisco construction.
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The Generalife (Summer Residence) at The Alhambra in Granada, Spain
The Generalife was built by one of the Moorish sultans to be used as a summer residence and has been used since then by various emirs. the residence also contains beautiful gardens. This is the 7th and final video of 7 videos I created to showcase The Alhambra, which is a huge complex of several palaces, the fortress, the gardens and the summer residence that is further away (and was the last part of our tour)
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The Alhambra is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the most popular destinations to visit in Europe. It sits high up on a hill over looking Granada and is a huge palace complex. Some people even say seeing the Alhambra in person is a life changing experience. Buying the tickets to enter the palace must be done at least a week in advance normally. The tickets sell out quickly, so you have to plan to visit this place in advance. This and other helpful tips are in my video.
La Alhambra es Patrimonio de la Humanidad por la UNESCO y uno de los destinos más populares para visitar en Europa. Se encuentra en lo alto de una colina con vistas a Granada y es un gran complejo de palacios. Algunas personas incluso dicen que ver la Alhambra en persona es una experiencia que cambia la vida. La compra de los boletos para ingresar al palacio debe hacerse al menos con una semana de anticipación normalmente. Las entradas se agotan rápidamente, por lo que debe planear visitar este lugar con anticipación. Este y otros consejos útiles están en mi video.
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Granada is a city in southern Spain’s Andalusia region, . It's known for grand examples of medieval architecture especially the Alhambra. This hilltop fortress complex encompasses royal palaces, serene patios, as well as the fountains and orchards of the Generalife gardens.
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