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| The Alhambra Granada, Spain |
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| The Alcazaba (Old Citadel) which was rebuilt in 889 and extended in 1238-73 |
| Courtyard of the Mexuar (14th Century) |
| Courtyard of the Myrtles |
| View of the Alhambra from the Generalife |
| Inside the Palace Courtyard of Charles V (16th century) |
| Elaborate text and geometric carvings and tile work were everywhere in the Moorish palaces, even on the ceilings. Any single section would make a museum in the US, and there were thousands of sections. |
| Courtyard of the Lions (14th Century) |
| The Tower of the Ladies (built 1325-1333) |
| Water Garden Courtyard of the 14th century Generalife (Noah was getting tired) |
| View of the Alhambra from the New or Lower Gardens (near the Generalife) |
| The Alhambra is a massive complex of fortresses, palaces and gardens from the Moorish (Islamic) and Christian Spanish Empires. We were amazed at the magnificence of these artistic/architectural achievements. |
| The Romanesque Palace of King Charles (a.k.a. Carlos) V seemed out of place. It was impressive, but totally different architecturally. |
| The Generalife is across a ravine from the Alhambra. It was originally used as a retreat for the sultan. The gardens were quite impressive during our January visit and we could only imagine the beauty that they would hold with plants in full bloom. |