Friday 18 May 2007

Alhambra

Image of a row of columns in the Alhambra palace in Granada, Spain. I love Spain for a great number of reasons; the lovely climate (avoiding August..), the fabulous food, the brilliant habit of the siesta, the relaxed and friendly people, the fiery spirited music, the wine, the beautiful cities.
The Moors did leave some wonderful architecture behind, and especially in Andalusia you will find stunning examples of this, for instance the Alhambra palace, high on a hill overlooking the city of Granada (which means 'pomegranate') below. Here you can admire the palace halls, the fortress and the almost ephemeral gardens. Simply wonderful.

Truly one of the world's jewels.

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