Granada
Andalucia's second most important city reflects the blue hues of the
Mediterranean and the snow-capped Sierra Nevada mountains. Its many archeological ruins are witness to the diversity and depth of its
past.
The city today is still influenced by the Islamic period
and an inspiration to poets, painters, musicians and intellectuals from
around the world.
Granada reached its pinnacle of splendor in the
14th century with the construction of the world renowned Palaces and Gardens
of the Alhambra and Generalife, both of which have been designated World
Heritage Monuments.
But there are more: the impressive fortress,
the secluded Royal Chapel, the Audience Palace, the Bullring, the Arabic
Walls, the red tower...
Special attention should also be paid to the
city's oldest district's: the Albaycin and the Sacromonte.
Arabic
tradition vibrates to the rhythmic clapping and sounds of the gypsies'
guitars.
All this and its charming citizens make Granada a city of
mythical poetic serenity.