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The splendour of the Nasrid era
The Alhambra is a beautiful complex of buildings and gardens. Its leafy tree-lined walkways provide pleasant shade and coolness, enhanced by the abundance of water that flows in its streams.
It was the largest political and aristocratic centre of the Moslem West. The Palace premises are made up of beautiful rectangular courtyards and numerous fountains, as well as the Nasrid buildings that served as living quarters for the monarchs and their servants. The oldest building is the Alcazaba (citadel). One of the most important structures is the La Vela tower, which offers one of the loveliest views of the Alhambra. The courtyard of the Lions with its fountains is one of the most beautiful in the compound.
Practical info
Construction: Palace
Origin: 9th century
Artistic period: Arab
Historic period: 14th century
Setting: The Generalife.
Location
Calle Real de la Alhambra s/n
18009 Granada (Granada)
http://www.alhambra-patronato.es/Tel.:+34 902441221
Reservations telephone number:+34 902888001
Useful information
From Mar 16 to Oct 15
From Monday to Sunday
Does not close at midday
From 8:30 AM to 8:00 PM
Night visits: Tuesday to Saturday, 10-11.30pm
From Oct 16 to Mar 15
From Monday to Sunday
Does not close at midday
From 8:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Night visits: Fridays and Saturdays: 8-9.30pm.
Closed: 25 December and 1 January.
Prices
General: €13
ICOM members and associations: Admission free
Children: Admission free
Disabled persons: €8
Reduced admission: 9 € (EU students under 26, EU citizens under 65).
Visits to the Alcazaba, Partal and Generalife Gardens: 7 €.
Night visits to the Nasrid Palaces: 8 €.
Night visits to the Generalife: 5 €.
Combined entry ticket for the Alhambra and the Generalife.
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