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Discovering Roman Córdoba 2025: Ruins, Monuments & Ancient Heritage

Though the grand remnants of Moorish and Christian rule are most visible in Córdoba, this Andalucian city was once an important Roman stronghold called Corduba. Corduba was founded by General Claudio Marcelo between the years 169 BC and 152 BC as the capital of the Roman province Hispania Ulterior or Hispania – The Far.

17th June 2020 · 5 min read

16 Best Things to Do in Córdoba, Spain (2025)

Few cities in Spain embody as much history, beauty, and soul as Córdoba, the jewel of Andalusia. Once the glittering capital of the Islamic Caliphate and one of Europe’s most advanced cities, Córdoba today feels like a living museum — a place where cultures and centuries coexist in harmony.

16th June 2020 · 22 min read

Patio De Los Arrayanes With Torre De Comres Behind Palcio De Comres 3

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15 Best Things to See and Do in Granada, Spain (2025)

Granada is a fascinating part of Spain with a rich history and culture. As with any city it is packed with attractions and monuments to explore – starting with the the amazing Alhambra fortress and the old Moorish neighborhood of Albaicín and Sacromonte, cracking street art, great tapas bars and a annual fiesta.

27th May 2020 · 8 min read

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The Nasrid Palaces 2025: The Heart of the Alhambra

The Nasrid palaces are what everyone thinks of when the Alhambra is mentioned. The Alhambra’s most celebrated structures are the three original royal palaces built by the Nasrid rulers during the 14th Century when they moved out of the Alcazaba into more comfortable accommodation.

17th May 2020 · 7 min read

Patio De La Acequia In Generalife Granada Spain 7

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Generalife, Alhambra 2025: The Architect’s Garden

Generalife occupies the slopes of the Cerro del Sol or Hill of the Sun, across the valley from the Nasrid Palaces. The Generalife was built in the 13th century as a leisure place for the kings of Granada when they wanted to get away from the official affairs of the palace.

14th May 2020 · 11 min read

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Alcazaba, Alhambra 2025: The Fortress of the Alhambra

The history of Granada is somewhat distinctive from most of Spain. Lying just a couple of hundred kilometers from Morocco, this part of Spain has experienced the best of the Moorish era.

14th May 2020 · 9 min read

The Nasrid Palaces 2025 | Palace of the Lions

In the Alhambra, the Palace of the Lions or El Palacio de los Leones marks the highlight of its splendor. The Palacio de los Leones (Palace of the Lions) stands next to the Comares Palace but should be considered an independent building.

13th May 2020 · 9 min read

The Nasrid Palaces 2025 | The Comres Palace

The Comares Palace was the official residence of the king and it comprises several rooms that surrounded the Patio de los Arrayanes. Its building was initiated by the Nasrid ruler of Granada, Ismail I (1314–25), and continued by Yusuf I (1333–54), though he was assassinated before he could complete the work.

13th May 2020 · 4 min read

The Nasrid Palaces 2025 | The Mexuar

The Mexuar was the first palace to be built by Ismail I at the start of the 14th Century. This became the semi public part of the palaces administering justice and controlling state affairs.

12th May 2020 · 5 min read

Public Domain / Francisco Pradilla y Ortiz: La rendición de Granada wikidata:Q19032360 Artist Francisco Pradilla y Ortiz

Boabdil, the Kast King of Granada

Abu Abdullah was the twenty-second and last Nasrid ruler of Granada in Iberia. Boabdil is a Spanish rendering of the name Abu Abdullah.

11th May 2020 · 8 min read

Paintings Of The 10 Kings Sala De Los Reyes Alhambra

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The Nasrid Dynasty

The Nasrid dynasty was the last Moorish and Muslim dynasty in Spain. The dynasty rose to power after the defeat of the Almohad Caliphate in 1212 at the Battle of Las Navas de Tolosa.

8th May 2020 · 14 min read

The Hill Of The Alhambra Granada MET E1589112647646

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History of the Alhambra

The Alhambra is one of the most popular tourist sites in Spain. It is an ancient palace and fortress situated on the outskirts of the town of Granada in Andalusia.

8th May 2020 · 5 min read