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= WHAT __IS__ LA ALHAMBRA??? =

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La Alhambra is a castle that sits on the hill of La Sabica. It was originally made for military purposes. It is located in Granada, Spain! It is a beautiful sight to see. It is very important in Spain and a great tourist sight. After being allowed to fall into disrepair for centuries, the Alhambra was "discovered" in the 19th century by European scholars and travelers, with restorations commencing. It is now one of Spain's major tourist attractions, exhibiting the country's most significant and well known Islamic architecture, together with 16th-century and later Christian building and garden interventions. Today they use the La Alhambra for inspiration, for songs and stories. =====

= WHAT __DOES__ LA ALHAMBRA MEAN??? =

Well, La Alhambra means "red or crimson castle" in Arabic. This is because it glows red at night. It has been called alcázar, alcazaba, and medina, and for a good reason. Alcázar means palace, alcazaba means fortress, and medina means city. These three words perfectly describe La Alhambra because not only was it used for military purposes, it was also the home to many royal families over the ages. WOW!!!

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1. Arab. means the red

6. Alhambra is an extensive group of buildings overlooking Granada, Spain
7. It has existed since the 9th century!!! If you want to see more info. Click here

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