Discover Amazing Southern Spain Andalusia Day Trip Cadiz Villages Jimena de la Frontera A town whose origins go way back in time, enjoyed a boom during the Moorish period, especially as a frontier town in the Nasrid Kingdom of Granada during the 14th and 15th centuries. The emblematic building in this town - its Moorish castle - was built in that period. At the back of the castle we find the "Moorish Queen's Bath", which is actually a baptismal font from an old Mozarabic church that used to exist there, dug out of the rock. Several dug-out niches have also been recovered nearby, which probably belonged to another humble and ancient Mozarabic church. Together with the walls and the cistern, known as the "Moorish Queen's Bath", it forms a priceless architectural site. Other very attractive elements are the churches of La Misericordia and La Victoria, Los Ángeles Shrine, the Royal Artillery Factory building, the cave paintings in the nearby Laja Alta Cave, and the splendid nature area - the Los Alcornocales Nature Reserve - where the cave can be found. The remains of the medieval Al-Andalus castle in Jimena de la Frontera stand on San Cristobal Mountains, and used to serve as a watchtower for old borders. Several of the castle-fort's elements are preserved in quite good condition: stretches of walls that adapt to the topography of the terrain, with their corresponding towers or watchtowers set out in stretches; the so-called Clock Tower, or Albarrán, and the Alcázar, refurbished after being conquered by the Kingdom of Castile, dominated by the circular Keep. The views over Algeciras Bay and the mountains of Cadiz are breathtaking from here. Arcos de la Frontera Sitting on a spectacular cliff this picturesque town is full of Arab legacy for wich has been declared Property of Cultural Interest.
Discover Amazing Southern Spain Andalusia Day Trip Cadiz Villages Jimena de la Frontera A town whose origins go way back in time, enjoyed a boom during the Moorish period, especially as a frontier town in the Nasrid Kingdom of Granada during the 14th and 15th centuries. The emblematic building in this town – its Moorish
Discover Granada Islamic Heritage sites & other must see sights The Alhambra and the Generalife The Alhambra is an UNESCO site dated on 9th century. Its palaces, towers, royal apartments and gardens show the splendour that Granada attained during the Nasrid dynasty. Arabic called «qa'lat al-Hamra'» that means Red Castle because of its reddish walls. Documents attributes Sawwar ben Hamdun establishment of the first castle here when he was looking for refugee in Granada. Quickly the castle became a military fortress because the hill is an strategic point with a view over the whole city and the meadow. The site is so astuning that you will need around 3 hour to inmerse into its walls. From the Alcazaba and the palaces, Patio of the Lions, the Justice Gate, the building of the Baths, to the Comares Room and the Hall of the Boat. Generalife Summer Palace comes afterwards, with refreshing and floral garden with amazing views over Alhambra. Visiting Time: Due is the most visited monument of Spain booking in advance is required. Daytime (Monday-Sunday): from 8:30 to 14:00/ 14.00 to 20:00 Night Visits (Tuesday-Saturday): from 22:00 to 23:30 h. Address: Real de la Alhambra, s/n, 18009 Granada Granada Mosque Since 2003 is home for an important Arab community. The Mosque is next to the Mirador de San Nicolas, directly opposite the Alhambra Palace. This peaceful space welcomes visiting Muslims to the city. Address: Plaza de San Nicolás, s/n, 18010 Granada Albayzin Muslim Quarters The district of Albaycin is one of the most historic places to visit in Granada. Located on the hill opposite the Alhambra is great for walking among its narrow streets with old Arab houses full of flowers and fontains. The most famous view point of Granada is here, Mirador de San Nicolas offer amaizing views of Alhambra Palace. Address: Plaza de San Nicolás,
Discover Granada Islamic Heritage sites & other must see sights The Alhambra and the Generalife The Alhambra is an UNESCO site dated on 9th century. Its palaces, towers, royal apartments and gardens show the splendour that Granada attained during the Nasrid dynasty. Arabic called «qa’lat al-Hamra’» that means Red Castle because of its reddish walls.
