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= La Alhambra  = Nick Salzwedel | Zach Jenkins | Tatum Scheibler | Chris Barber | Alex Gushulak

= What is La Alhambra? = Once just a citadel, the La Alhambra is a huge Moorish palace, built from over 100 years of hard work in Granada, Spain. It used to be the seat of the last Moorish ruler in Spain. The complex setup of La Alhambra was constructed in the 14th century by Moorish rulers. The palace is on the edge of very fertile plain. There is no confirmation that the Alhambra was being a residence of kings until the 13th century. The construction of Alhambra dates back to the 14th century and is the work of two great kings, began the restoring of the old fortress. The Alhambra became a Christian court in 1492 when the Catholic Monarchs conquered the city of Granada. Later, various structures were built for prominent civilians apart from military post, a church. Emperor Charles V, who spent several months in Granada, began the construction of the palace that bears his name and made some alterations to the interior buildings. During 18th century, Alhambra was neglected and was used by anti-social elements. In 1870, Alhambra was declared as a national monument.

** [[image:spain-flag-waving-emoticon-animated[1].gif width="93" height="55"]]Where is it located? **
The palace is located on a small hilly terrace on the edge of the city Granada that is located near the Sierra Nevada Mountains in southeast Spain. The palace is located on a small hilly terrace on the edge of the city Granada that is located near the Sierra Nevada Mountains in southeast Spain. Located east of the Albaicín and southeast of Sacromonte. It`s very cool when you hike up to La Alhambra but most people take a bus, train, or plane . It`s a famous example of Moorish architecture.

** [[image:spain-flag-waving-emoticon-animated[1].gif width="93" height="55"]]What does alhambra mean in Arabic? **
It means red or crimson castle, because the hue of the towers and walls that surround the entire hill of La Sabie at which looks like starlight is silver but by sunlight it looks like gold. The huge palace/fortress was originally constructed to be white in color but as time went by the color slowly changed to a crimson red.

** [[image:spain-flag-waving-emoticon-animated[1].gif width="93" height="55"]]Why was it constructed? **
La Alhambra was used as a defending fortress and some parts were used as a shelter for people that were living in the Religion.

= __ Interesting facts __ =

__ There are many interesting facts about La Alhambra, but we are going to simplify it down to just a few fun facts! __

** 1. It was built between 1230 and 1354, more than 100 years! ** ** 2. It's the place where the kings lived so it's called palace of the Kings. ** ** 3. The structure and the gardens in La Alhambra express the true Moorish civilization. ** ** 4. It was later on turned into the royal residence. ** ** 5. Part of it was blown up during the French domination. ** ** 6. Completed towards the end of Muslim rule in Spain. **
 * 7. if you stand at the top of the hill where it`s located you can see the entire city. **



= Photos of La Alhambra﻿ =





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