Arriving in the ancient town of Granada, your eye will be drawn immediately to the Alhambra, a stunning Moorish citadel positioned on a hill above the city. Set against the backdrop of the Sierra Nevada mountains, the 8th-century fortress is a UNESCO World Heritage site and the only preserved imperial city from Spain’s Islamic period. Wandering through the sprawling complex, you will encounter the beauty and grace of Moorish architecture and design, including intricately carved ceilings, beautifully tiled floors, Moorish arches, unique columns not found anywhere else in the world, and walls covered in rich ceramics and plasterwork. The manicured gardens and hedge rows, elegant fountains and flowered archways are complemented by breathtaking views of Granada and the Spanish countryside. After visiting the Alhambra, continue to the royal summer palace of Generalife and then enjoy lunch at the renowned Ruta del Veleta restaurant.
Behold the beauty and grace of Moorish architecture and design at the Alhambra, a renowned citadel overlooking Granada and the spectacular Spanish countryside.