GRANADA
ALHAMBRA
Islamic masterpiece
An unforgettable tourist attraction, the Alhambra is a true museum of Islamic architecture, being, along with the Mosque of Cordoba, a living proof of the Muslim presence in Spain. Situated on the slopes of the Sierra Nevada Mountains, the Alhambra is a set of buildings in a fortress overlooking the plain and the city of Granada. The exterior is sober, while the interior decor is fascinating, based on three components of classical Arabic art: calligraphy, stylized floral decoration, and geometric motifs.
Capilla Real
The grandeur of Catholic monarchs in Spain is best seen at the Royal Chapel, which houses the royal tombs. A grid designed by Bartolome de Jaen includes richly decorated royal tombs. To the right is the Tomb of Ferdinand of Aragon and Isabel of Castile, the Catholic kings who recaptured Andalusia from the Muslims.
Sacromonte Gypsy Quarter
You will be amazed by the roads in this atmospheric neighborhood, discovering at the same time the artistic gypsy houses, some being decorated with vibrant ceramics. Tourists can find many cave sites in Sacromonte, where traditional flamenco dancing is performed. Casa cuevas is the place where flamenco began to take shape. Chorrohumo was the king of the gypsies, urging the villagers to continue the tradition.
Science park
This complex of scientific discoveries includes a pavilion that explores: the human body, the room dedicated to space elements and astronaut costumes, the technical pavilion with new technologies, an entire floor dedicated to medicine and medical devices, and another pavilion specific to stuffed animals. BioDome is also included in this park where you can admire many species of aquatic and terrestrial creatures saved to be well cared for.
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Mirador de San Nicolas
One of the most exciting activities to do in Granada is to get lost in the narrow and architectural streets, which reveal the Moorish atmospheric character specific to this area. The most spectacular view of these is from the Mirador de San Nicolae, the 16th century terrace, the Church of San Nicolae being in the heart of the Albaicín neighborhood. This commonly drawn panorama captures the Alhambra Palace and the Sierra Nevada Mountains.
Santa Maria de la Encarnacion Cathedral
The most majestic renaissance church in Spain, located next to Plaza Nueva. The cathedral was built by Queen Isabella as a monument to Christian Spain's victory over the Moors on the site of a former mosque. The north-western part of the cathedral is also richly decorated with ornate sculptures. On the pillars of the entrance arch are statues of Catholic monarchs and bronze statues of the apostles. The choir has two impressive baroque organs, which signaled sacred melodies during religious services.
Bañuelo: traditional arabic baths
The Moors brought the ritual of the hamam (Arab baths) from their homeland in North Africa to Andalusia, and the 11th-century Banuelo in Granada are among the oldest and best preserved in Spain. Although it is located on the site of an original Mauritian bath house and built in an authentic style, with graceful arches and delicate Islamic-style faience work.
Carmen de la Victoria
Carmen de la Victoria was acquired by the University of Granada in 1945. Since it has been acquired, it`s been the only public carmen in the city that has not lost its home-garden character. Here, lots of ceremonies and private parties take place, it`s looks being attractive for everyone and fitting for any kind of event.
