The Alhambra



2006/07 1 day ~ $40.00

Probably some of the best architectural building in the works in Grenada, Spain. It is a UNESCO World Heritage site. Built in the 13th century by the Moors (Moops).

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12 Mini Aqueduct
Picture There is an amazing water system all over the Alhambra supplying water by gravity. There is an aquaduct bridge next to the main gate that I think supplies it all.
Mini Aqueduct
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12 Intricate carvings
Picture The Moors, being muslims, could not carve graven images. They made up for it my hyper carving intricate patterns all over the Alhambra. This doorway is a great example of it.
Intricate carvings
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12 Santa Maria
Picture Church front
Santa Maria
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12 Altar
Picture Santa Maria
Altar
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12 Church Statue
Picture The Spanish REALLY emphasize the suffering and blood of Christ. Alot more tame in the US
Church Statue
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12 Wow!
Picture ... look at those knockers!. If you are a fan of Mel Brooks Young Frankenstein youll get it :)
Wow!
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12 Vaulted Gate
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Vaulted Gate
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12 Checking the guide
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Checking the guide
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