Centuries of history: Built in the 13th century by the Nasrid dynasty, the Alhambra evolved from a fortress into a palatial city and later saw Renaissance additions under Christian rule. Architectural ...

The Albaicín is free to explore and is open all hours year-round.

U.S. News Insider Tip: The best way to visit the Alhambra is with a private guide. There's a lot to see, not to mention a complicated history. Lolita's Tours is one company that offers these small, ...

From its every nook and cranny, the Alhambra quietly speaks. Walls, columns, fountains and other pieces of Europe's crown jewel of Muslim architecture boast ornate Arabic inscriptions that even native ...