Tourist Attraction Alhambra (Granada) in Granada: Position on map

Alhambra (Granada)

Alhambra (Granada)
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last update on Jul 15, 2024
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Adult €19.09
Youth €12.73
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Description

The Alhambra is a castle complex originating in the middle ages. It was built not far from the Spanish city Granada, located in the south of Spain.

History

The first documentation and Moorish fortification date back to as early as the 9th century. It became a UNESCO world heritage site in the 1980s and is one of the most visited tourist attractions in Europe.

The Alhambra was a stage for European history throughout the centuries. In the course of history, various cultures had been using the hill the castle is built on as a fortress. Nowadays, it therefore showcasing different cultural influences in its architecture. 

The castle

The castle is located in the south-east of Granada on a hill and it is constructed in a way that is typical for the architecture of the middle ages. The upper part of the castle complex is separated from the citadel, which was the part accessible only for those in power. In the upper part, the nobility, the military, the upper bourgeoisie, the affluent merchants and craftsmen were accommodated.

Interesting facts

How to get there

By car:

Driving on the A-44 in the direction of Jaén/ Granada/ Málaga, you take the exit 125 in the direction A-92G/ Málaga/ Sevilla/ Córdoba/ Aeropuerto. When you reach the roundabout, take the third exit and keep following the signs to the Alhambra.

Video

La Alhambra de Granada - alhambra.org | 00:48

Contact

Alhambra Granada
San Anton, 72
18005
Granada
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+34 958 91 80 29
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