{"id":8515,"date":"2022-07-06T05:43:51","date_gmt":"2022-07-06T05:43:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/costatropical.com\/our-team-2\/"},"modified":"2025-12-16T14:52:16","modified_gmt":"2025-12-16T13:52:16","slug":"alhambra","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/costatropical.com\/es\/alhambra\/","title":{"rendered":"La Alhambra"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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The Alhambra sits atop a hill overlooking the city of Granada, just an hour’s drive from the Costa Tropical. Often referred to as the Eighth Wonder of the World, the Alhambra is a palace and fortress complex of the Moorish monarchs of Granada, in southern Spain (known as Al-Andalus when the fortress was constructed), occupying a hill on the south-eastern border of the city of Granada. It was the residence of the Muslim kings of Granada and their court. A Renaissance palace was also added by Charles V, Holy Roman Emperor. The Alhambra and the surrounding area – including the gardens of the Generalife – is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and museum exhibiting exquisite Islamic architecture.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t

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History<\/strong><\/h3>

The name Alhambra derives from the the Arabic words “al hamra”, meaning “the red”, a reference to the colour of the red clay of which the building is made. (The English word “amber” is derived from a related word in old Arabic: “anbar”).
The first reference to the Qal’at al Hamra was during the battles between the Arabs and the Muladies during the rule of the Abdallah (who reigned from 888-912). In one particularly fierce and bloody skirmish, the Muladies soundly defeated the Arabs who were then forced to take shelter in the Alhambra. According to surviving documents from the era, the red castle was quite small at that time, and evidence from Arab texts suggests that the building was extended to its present size some time later, almost certainly during the Nasrid Dynasty.
There are no further historical references to the Alhambra until the eleventh century when its ruins were renovated and rebuilt by Samuel ibn Naghralla, vizier to the King Badis of the Zirid Dynasty, in an effort to preserve the small Jewish settlement also located on the Sabikah hill.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t

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Palaces<\/strong><\/h3>

Ibn Nasr, the founder of the Nasrid Dynasty, was forced to flee to Granada in order to avoid persecution by King Ferdinand and his supporters during attempts to rid Spain of Moorish Dominion. After retreating to Granada, Ibn-Nasr took up residence at the Palace of Badis in the Alhambra. A few months later, he embarked on the construction of a new Alhambra fit for the residence of a king. According to an Arab manuscript published as the An\u00f3nimo de Granada y Copenhague, \u201cThis year 1238 Abdallah ibn al-Ahmar climbed to the place called the Alhambra, inspected it, laid out the foundations of a castle, and left someone in charge of its construction.\u201d The design included plans for six palaces, five of which were grouped in the northeast quadrant forming a royal quarter, two circuit towers, and numerous bathhouses. Over the reign of Nasrid Dynasty, the Alhambra was transformed into a palatine city complete with an irrigation system composed of acequias for the lush and beautiful gardens of the Generalife located adjacent to the fortress. Previously, the old Alhambra structure had been dependent upon rainwater collected from a cistern and from what could be brought up from the Albaic\u00edn. The creation of the \u201cSultan\u2019s Canal\u201d solidified the identity of the Alhambra as a sumptuous palace-city rather than a defensive and ascetic structure.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Independent visit<\/strong><\/h3>

Tickets are often sold out days or even weeks in advance, so it is advisable to book early to avoid disappointment. Tickets can be purchased on the\u00a0 Alhambra ticket office website<\/a>, or by telephone at (34) 858 889 002.
Same day tickets can be bought from machines located in the Alhambra and in the Andalusi monuments (Corral del Carb\u00f3n, Ba\u00f1uelo y Palacio Dal al Horra), subject to availability.
We strongly recommend booking an official guided tour which includes an entrance ticket. Click here<\/a> to view our list of guided tour options.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t

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Complete Guide to Visiting the Alhambra: Tickets, Audioguides, and Guided Tours<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t
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The Alhambra is one of Spain\u2019s most iconic destinations, and planning your visit properly will ensure an unforgettable experience. The general ticket costs \u20ac22,27 and includes access to the Nasrid Palaces, the Alcazaba, and the Generalife, with an approximate duration of three hours. If you only want to visit the Generalife and the Alcazaba, the ticket is \u20ac12. There\u2019s also the Dobla de Oro<\/strong> option (\u20ac30), which includes the Alhambra and four Andalusian monuments in the Albaic\u00edn neighborhood. Remember that tickets are personal and non-transferable, so you must bring your passport or ID along with your ticket throughout the visit.<\/p>

For a magical evening, consider the night visit to the Nasrid Palaces<\/strong> (\u20ac12), which includes the Mexuar, the Comares Palace, the Palace of the Lions, and the Lindaraja Corridor. The palaces are illuminated with special lighting, offering an extraordinary experience. Winter hours are from 8:00 PM to 9:30 PM, and summer hours are from 8:00 PM to 11:30 PM.<\/p>

To enrich your visit, you can rent an interactive audioguide. Once you arrive at the Alhambra, you can rent the interactive audioguide service. This is is available on the premises, or for download on iOS and Android devices. This tour guide includes an interactive map of the complex, audios, historical images, videos and 360\u00ba panoramic views. The visitor can choose between several routes adapted to different itineraries, tastes and available time. The price is 6 euros and it is available in German, Arabic, Korean, Chinese, Spanish, French, Dutch, English, Italian, Japanese, Portuguese and Russian.<\/p>

If you prefer a more personalized experience, guided tours<\/strong><\/a> are an excellent choice, led by accredited expert guides.\u00a0 Immerse yourself in the rich history and majesty of this unique place! Click here<\/a> to view our selected list of guided tours.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t

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What to Do If Alhambra Tickets Are Sold Out<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Planning your visit to the Alhambra and found that general tickets are sold out? This is a common situation, especially during high season. Fortunately, there are several official and reliable alternatives that still allow you to visit the Alhambra, from guided tours and special passes to night visits and combined tickets. In this guide, we explain all the available options and how to secure your visit even when standard tickets are no longer available.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Directions<\/strong>: If you are driving from the Costa Tropical to Granada, take the A44 motorway, which becomes the GR30. Take exit 16, Ronda Sur\/Sierra Nevada\/Alhambra\/Campus de la Salud. Follow signs to the Alhambra.<\/p>

By Bus:<\/strong> There are buses to Granada every hour from Almu\u00f1\u00e9car, Salobre\u00f1a, Motril and most of the other towns in the Costa Tropical.\u00a0
From Granada city centre, take the number 30 or 32 bus to the Alhambra.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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