
What to See in Granada, Other than the Alhambra, Granada, Spain
Granada’s famous Alhambra has made it a popular tourist site, but it can be difficult to purchase tickets. Don’t worry, there is so much more to see than this one complex. Granada has a rich history that can be seen in many of its neighbourhoods. From the picturesque streets that climb the many hills to the lively plazas surrounded by historic buildings, Granada is a great spot to spend a couple of days, even if you don’t see the Alhambra.
Granada was the last Moorish city to be overtaken by Christians. While Seville and Córdoba fell in the mid 1200s, Granada wasn’t conquered until the late 1400s. As a result, the city’s oldest areas still have a distinctive Moorish feel to them.
We’ll admit, the city took a while to grow on us, but as we wandered the disjointed maze of streets that climb up and down the hills in AlbaicÃn, we began to see its allure. Bougainvillea and quirky decorations on the white heritage homes make the oldest neighbourhood in Granada a place you want to explore. Each street makes you wonder what enchanting scene awaits around the next corner. ...... (follow the instructions below for accessing the rest of this article).
Granada was the last Moorish city to be overtaken by Christians. While Seville and Córdoba fell in the mid 1200s, Granada wasn’t conquered until the late 1400s. As a result, the city’s oldest areas still have a distinctive Moorish feel to them.
We’ll admit, the city took a while to grow on us, but as we wandered the disjointed maze of streets that climb up and down the hills in AlbaicÃn, we began to see its allure. Bougainvillea and quirky decorations on the white heritage homes make the oldest neighbourhood in Granada a place you want to explore. Each street makes you wonder what enchanting scene awaits around the next corner. ...... (follow the instructions below for accessing the rest of this article).
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Guide Name: What to See in Granada, Other than the Alhambra
Guide Location: Spain » Granada
Guide Type: Self-guided Walking Tour (Insider Tips)
Author: Maggie Kayes
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Guide Location: Spain » Granada
Guide Type: Self-guided Walking Tour (Insider Tips)
Author: Maggie Kayes
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Sight(s) Featured in This Guide:
- Alhambra
- San Nicholas Viewpoint
- San Nicholas Church
- San Miguel High Viewpoint
- Carrera del Darro
- Plaza de Santa Ana
- Church of St. Peter and St. Paul
- Cuesta del Rey Chico
- Puerta de la Justicia
- Church of Santa MarÃa de La Encarnación
- Palacio Carlos V
- Puerta del Vino
- Puerta de las Granadas
- Granada Cathedral
- Royal Chapel
- San Jerónimo Monastery
- Sacromonte Abbey
- Sacromonte Viewpoint
- Triunfo Square
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