The Alhambra is a fabulous fortress in Granada, Spain, built between 1248 and 1354. The name Alhambra is Arabic for "red" and may be derived from the color of the outer walls. Though the exterior of the fortress is mostly square and even dull, splendid Islamic art and architectural design is notable in many interior rooms, courtyards and gardens.
For a detailed history and description of this splendid palace, be sure to visit the extensive article from the 1911 encyclopedia.
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- Alhambra BuildingsExterior view of the fortress
- Alhambra TowerNice shot of a tower, taken from the shelter of tree branches
- Wall DetailIntriciate Islamic carving surrounds an archway
- The PartalStriking architectural features reflected in a still pool
- Courtyard of the LionsMarble lions support a fountain
- Alcazaba TowerA red stone Alhambra tower among the trees
- CourtyardPanoramic View
- GeneralifeSummer Palace
- Generalife InteriorInside the summer palace
- Garden of the SultanaFountains in a garden of the Generalife
- Detail of Wall CarvingIntricate carving of an arched alcove
- View of GranadaThe city and the surrounding countryside
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