La Alhambra: (Qalat – Al Hamra or "Red Fortress") La Alhambra is the most beautiful, best conserved and the oldest Arab Palace in the World. The monument is divided into four main areas: the Palaces, the military zone or Alcazaba, the city or Medina and the agricultural estate of the Generalife. All of these areas are surrounded by woods, gardens and orchards.
The Cathedral: With its five huge naves, this monument is one of the most important and representative examples of Gothic Architecture in Spain.
Capilla Real: This was built between 1505 and 1521. It was founded and commissioned by the Catholic Monarchs for their burial site. Its architectural style is last gothic style.
La Alcaiceria: Old market area where the atmosphere of the medieval era still remains in the narrow side-streets which are full of shops.
El Albaicín: Quarter of the city situated on a hill opposite The Alhambra Palace with small white-washed houses with patios full of plants and typical ceramics.
Cuevas del Sacromonte (Sacromonte Caves): Picturesque caves decorated with the typical ceramics of Granada. They are part of the most traditional tourist walk of the city.
La Cartuja: Baroque Monastery built in 1506.
San Jerónimo: Magnificent Renaissance monastery church which stands out because of its wonderful altarpiece.
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