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16 Best Things to Do in Córdoba, Spain

Boasting a fascinating history, in the 10th century Cordoba was the largest capital city in Europe, surpassing Paris and Rome in its academic, architectural, and artistic achievements. It was the capital of the Caliphate of Córdoba, which for several hundred years controlled much of the Iberian peninsula.

Andrew Ashton

16th June 2020 · 13 min read

15 Best things to see and do in Granada

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.

Jennifer Ashton

27th May 2020 · 8 min read

The Nasrid Palaces | The Heart of 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.

Andrew Ashton

17th May 2020 · 7 min read

Generalife Alhambra | The Architects 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.

Andrew Ashton

14th May 2020 · 12 min read

Alcazaba Alhambra | The Fortress of 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.

Andrew Ashton

14th May 2020 · 11 min read

The Nasrid Palaces | 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.

Andrew Ashton

13th May 2020 · 9 min read

The Nasrid Palaces | 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.

Andrew Ashton

13th May 2020 · 4 min read