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ALHAMBRA: Granada’s mighty remnant of the Moors
By Erik Bergin on July 15, 2012 For here, looming over Granada atop a high steep hill, stands the Alhambra, the Moorish architectural masterpiece that was built around the years 1,250-1,300 and that has been thoroughly preserved to this day. As if taken right out of “One Thousand and One Nights”, walking the streets, plazas and yards of the Alhambra is a journey back in time. It is more Istanbul than Spain, and it is impossible not to get impressed by the exquisite details of the ceilings, walls and doors of the fort.
One of the best parts of the castle is its gardens, and a good idea is to make a visit during nighttime, or late evening, to take in the views of Granada down below.
To fully explore the Alhambra complex with its gardens, squares, halls and towers will take the better part of a day. You should also consider setting off time for a visit during the dark hours, to enjoy the castle’s full range of beautiful views and angles. A visit at Alhambra is highly recommended by the Traveling Reporter.










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