Alhambra

Alhambra (Granada, Andalucia, Spain) It's a magnific, great Moorish palace in Spain.
It's formed with 3 parts - Nazari Palace, Alcazaba Fortress, and Palace of King Carlos V(now it's used as a museum). Also there are many beautiful gardens with big pool. With a little bit distance, there is another palace named Generalife. It also has a great garden. Before you enter, you have to check your entering time ; if you're not lucky enough, you have to wait until you can enter. The time written on the ticket means the time that you have to visit "the Nazari Palace", so you can enter Alhambra before that time, except Nazari Palace. You can also make a reservation before you visit and it costs 1 € more, but you can save your time to wait. If you want to see everything even every details, it may take more than 4 hours, but if you don't have enough time, so you can see just one thing in the Alhambra, you must visit the Nazari Palace. You may feel as if you were in a Arabic palace and you're going to be surprised at that great decoration of the palace. That may be the reason why the Catholic didn't destroy it. To the Alhambra, you can take the bus number 32 or 30 in the city centre. It costs 1.10 € for 1 trip (for a adult).

This amazing palace, set in an area with semi deserts, illustrates at which stage the Moorish culture was in medieval times. Within the complex, you can physically see how the Spanish tried to impose their culture upon the defeated muslims, in the same way as they did by building a cathedral within the great mosque of Cordoba. Interestingly, it's the original elements that remain the most attractive; the blend doesn't really work. The Alhambra is still like an oasis, with its canals that bring cool water of sources to every corner of the mountain top. You should visit it a couple of times, and in between buy a guitar from one of the local builders, who might teach you a few smart chords.

The Alahambras is a enormous Moorish palace built on top of a hill overlooking Granada.The gardens are beautifully maintained with lots of water features fountains and streams. The citadel boasts with some of the the most amazing Moorish architecture and well preserved mosaic iv'e ever seen.The view's from the Alahambras are as spectacular as the palace ranging from the Sierra Nevada to the Jewish quarter and the Muslim quarter with it's stunning chapels.A must see,give yourself 3-4 hours to visit and go early as it get's crowded from 11h00.Drinks can be purchased but take your own food for a picnic.

It was built during the Arab reign in Spain. It's a castle with beautiful gardens.The walls are like crochet embroidery. You won't believe your eyes,
The Patio of the Lions is probably the most famous place of the Alhambra. It is so called because of the twelve lions that throw jets of water and which are part of the fountain in the middle of the patio. Its a work of art and it's said that this castle is done by djin and not by men.

No matter how many pictures you have seen or how many stories you have heard it, as far as I am concerned this is one of the miracles of Moorish architecture, perhaps the finest. Try to go first thing in the morning or late in the afternoon when busloads of overweight touristas are least likely to spoil the occasion. Also, it helps if you are there in April, May, September or October when the weather is flawless and the crowds significantly reduced.

It is one of the most beautiful places I have ever seen. It is really worth to come here early morning when there is not so many tourists, visit Nazir's Palaces at the begining and then just relax in calm surrounding of thousands of fountains. You have to spend here at least half a day to all places and have time to relax a little bit as well. The only one minus of Alhambra is that it's definitely overcrowded.

El encanto de sus jardines, las estancias que te llevan a tiempos pasados donde los cuentos de princesas y sus amantes ocurrian de verdad, donde al caer la noche el palacio vivia realmente y despertaba a la vida.... Es como entrar en la màquina del tiempo y, lo mejor de todo, es que una vez dentro no quieres salir.

what can I say about La Alhambra?? It's better discover it oneself...but not in summer because there are a lot of people and it's very hot hot hot...! I went in winter with some friends, and we were alone in the palace...!!! You can spend hours visiting it...almost without people..

There is a saying "Quien no ha visto Granada no ha visto nada.”(“Whoever has not seen Granada has seen nothing.”) I agree completely. The Alhambra is a must-see, period. The moorish castle complex is not only historically and culturally important, it is also beautiful!

It was many years ago when I visit la Alhambra, but it was magnificient and the granadian people has taken care well of it.The main problem in summer is the temperature and the tourism, so it is wise to visit it eraly in the morning or, much better, in autumn or winter.

A lovely building with beautiful gardens. Tours are well conducted and the entire project is extremely well run.Downsides - you have to get there early to beat the insane queues and it's very hot and not particularly shady so take loads to drink and a big hat.

L'alhambra aurait pu être une des 7 nouvelles merveilles du monde...Jardins et patios magnifiquesCe n'est ni un chateau ni un palacio comme beaucoup peuvent le croire mais en réalité une ancienne ville fortifiée.attention visite uniquement le matin!

It's one of the most beautiful palace i've never seen with this beautiful mozaique decoration and amazing fountain !!! The best moment to admire the landscape is when the sun begins to leave. You have at this moment incredible colors!!! It's so beautiful !!!

This is the most outstanding 'palace' I have ever seen. I've been there three times, and would return in a minute, given the chance. The Moorish architecture is utterly stunning - quite unlike anything seen in the Americas, or elsewhere in Europe.

It is a place you have to visit. The best time to go is autumn, because you can look and wander at your own pace, and you don´t have to deal with too many tourists. Don´t forget to bring a comfortable pair of shoes. It´s a place you will never forget.

If you're planning to be in Granada you could not miss to visit Alambra. I suggest you ti visit it inthe afternoon, better if around 6 p.m.: only around this time is possible to see how it change its colour, in fact it assumes sunset colours.

La Alhambra is one of the most beautyfull places i have been around the world,and the best off is to see the Alhambra at nigth,oor form the albahyzin just in front .. La Alhambra is a big piece of history...Enjoy it my friends

The architecture was very impressive, even there is some times not much left for example alcazaba. But this arabian fortress is amazing.

If you are going to Granada, you must go to the Palaces of the Alhambra. It is an amazing place to visit! You may want to buy the ticket in advance to avoid queuing. http://www.servicaixa.com

Non c'è che dire: chi l'ha progettato, sapeva come costruire un luogo meraviglioso, armonioso negli interni e rilassante nei giardini fioriti. Da non perdere al tramonto e da godersi il panorama sulla città.

An amazing Arabian Place comprised of gardens, fountains, arches, statues, artwork and Arabic script. The architecture throughout is quite the marvel and leaves you feeling at peace and not wanting to leave.

Da questo sito, patrimonio dell'UNESCO, si può godere di un panorama mozzafiato da una parte la sierra nevada e se andate verso aprile maggio c'è un fastastico roseto tutto fiorito che vi farà sognare.

Very big sin if you came to Granada and don't visit Alhambra.Is one of the most beatiful and well-conserved monuments in Spain...very nice and rich and with wonderful views of the city!!

walk around in the Moorish palace and the superbe gardens to get an impression of what the place must have been like when arab science and power was at its top.

Go really early (7 a.m plus will do) and buy the tickets by credit card, it's way faster. The downside is that if you're a student, you won't get discounts.

The most amazing place i have ever been to! Granada is my favourite city in spain, and the alhambra citadel, palaces and gardens are the main reason!

This Moorish Palace is a must see!! There is a great view of it from the Jewish quarter too (with the Sierra Madres in the background!)

If you are travelling during the Summer months, ensure you pre-book your entrance time/day ticket as they only allow a fix number of walk-ins

One of the wonders of the world. This place is absolutely remarkable. Never before have I seen architecture this amazing!!

Amazing palace with very particular style. Try to go in low season to avoid mass tourism. The mirador is also stunning!

Very nice to see this mix of ancient cultures together, on top you get the beautiful view of the city of Granada beneath...

Alhambras, Is this old kastle, Amazingly beautyful and the view is over huge part of granada, wich is crazy beautyful city

Absolutely magnificent, comparable to the Taj in India. Beautiful carvings, light shades, definitely a must see.

just perfect

tout spécialement les jardins... ils ont même dessiné sur les trottoirs des oiseaux, des fleurs, etc...

When you go to Granada and you did not see the "Alhambra" you did not see Granada.

It´s amazing to watch it from Mirador de San Nicolas, You´ll never watch something like that in your life.

Fixe para ter consciência da presença árabe na penísula ibérica, nomeadamente da sua arte e arquitectura.

bellissimo posto.... nel verde , belle strutture, pulitissima e soleggiata.... ti lascia senza fiato

beautiful gardens, fountains...nice place to spend a whole day or even more, don't go on the weekend

This is an amazing place, very intricate designed building and beautiful gardens to wander through.

Muy bello! Esta caliente y con muchos touristas pero la historia y architectura es perfecto

The old castle is amazaing. You have to book the entry ticket in advanced as it is very popular.

a must see...just try and go at a quiet time,off season,as the crowds can spoil the experience.

That's great!!! Yeahh!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

When in al andaluz its a must see! :) and the city is nice also, big student scene

from the gardens to the interior of the palace this place is a treat for the eye

Must see! Fabulous palace constructed for the Sultan! Jewel of architecture.

The walls are like an embroidered masterpiece, and the view is fantastic!

Is really cool and beautiful place. There are 3 cultures combinated in one.

No dejen de ver los castillos que son imperdibles, lo mejor de la alhambra

A must see - literally one of the greatest things to see in all of Spain.

A little arab gem in the heart of europe! A must see place in andalucia!

Wunderschöne Burg im maurischen Stil mit phantastischer Gartenanlage

REally nice place to visit spcially during winter... and at night!!!

Cannot skip when traveling to Spain. It is an architectonical wonder.

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This is one of the most amazing places you will ever visit...

An old morish palace that was the fort during the Emmayad empire.

Think of something impossible! You'll see here lots of them.

i love the moorish architecture and the gardens of the castle!