"Alhambra" means Red Castle, so called because of its reddish walls and although modest materials were used- timber, tiles and plaster-some of the tiles look like they have been carved from ivory, they are so intricate.
What a treat. It was well worth the 80 mile trip from port. Just when you thought one room was fabulous you went into the next room which was even more amazing. It is a beautiful place.
I couldn't fail to be impressed by these myrtle bushes...
Patio de Arrayanes, what lovely reflections
Patio de los Leones,
124 slender marble columns each with a differently carved capital
It was a baking hot day so all the water features sparkled and reflected and glittered and it was all simply beautiful.
Patio of the Irrigation Ditch, Generalife.
A fabulous day, we loved it. Back to the ship for dinner (smart casual) (ha ha)
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