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1200s fortification at the Alhambra with sweeping views from its main watchtower, Torre de la Vela.
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Large well preserved fortress with great views of Granada
IMPORTANT: There are quite a few checks for passport and your ticket in this area. Make sure to bring these with you or else they’ll deny you entrance. Would highly recommend purchasing tickets in advance.
If you’re a history buff then you will enjoy this experience more than people that have no idea what’s going on. The audio guides make it very helpful and you learn quite a bit on your journey through the fortress. It took my family about an hour and a bit to see everything in Alcazaba. Bringing a water bottle is highly recommended and going earlier in the days is also advised, so you can avoid the large amount of rush that flows in around noon.
If you’re a history buff then you will enjoy this experience more than people that have no idea what’s going on. The audio guides make it very helpful and you learn quite a bit on your journey through the fortress. It took my family about an hour and a bit to see everything in Alcazaba. Bringing a water bottle is highly recommended and going earlier in the days is also advised, so you can avoid the large amount of rush that flows in around noon.
Great views and lovely walk along the castle walls. Not a lot of descriptions about the place unless you have an audio guide but worth it to climb the stairs up the towers.
A building of protection. You will have a great view of Albayzin. It is also a must visit site if you are in Alhambra palace. Don’t miss this when visiting.
Included in the general admission, this tower delivers the best panoramic views of all of Granada. Be prepared to walk and use very steep stairs to enjoy this gem!
You should plan at least 30-40min to come here for the view prior to the Nasrid palace visit. Pretty nice view of Granada city.
Alcazaba is another part of Alhambra, also very beautiful. The views were so great and you don't want to leave. You see the whole Granada from the top and also Sierra Nevada mountain. A lot of stairs, but it is worth it and unforgettable.