Alhambra - Granada - Oct06
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The ceiling in the Hall of the Two Sisters in the Palace of LionsThe palace of lions has its name from the fountain which is supported by the statues of 12 lions. This fountain is found in the middle of the patio, which is surrounded by a number of different halls. The private chambers of the royal family were situated in the palace of lions. This palace is very much influenced by Christians, due to the close friendship between Muhammed V and the Christian king Pedro I. The palace of lions is where the art achieved its greatest degree of magnificence. The beauty of this palace shows sensibility and harmony. Light, water, colours and exquisite decoration turn this palace into a marvellous pleasure for the senses.
This hall was named due to two big twin marble flagstones which are parts of the floor.
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Details from a wall in the Hall of the Two Sisters in the Palace of LionsThe palace of lions has its name from the fountain which is supported by the statues of 12 lions. This fountain is found in the middle of the patio, which is surrounded by a number of different halls. The private chambers of the royal family were situated in the palace of lions. This palace is very much influenced by Christians, due to the close friendship between Muhammed V and the Christian king Pedro I. The palace of lions is where the art achieved its greatest degree of magnificence. The beauty of this palace shows sensibility and harmony. Light, water, colours and exquisite decoration turn this palace into a marvellous pleasure for the senses.
This hall was named due to two big twin marble flagstones which are parts of the floor.
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A wall in the Hall of the Two Sisters in the Palace of LionsThe palace of lions has its name from the fountain which is supported by the statues of 12 lions. This fountain is found in the middle of the patio, which is surrounded by a number of different halls. The private chambers of the royal family were situated in the palace of lions. This palace is very much influenced by Christians, due to the close friendship between Muhammed V and the Christian king Pedro I. The palace of lions is where the art achieved its greatest degree of magnificence. The beauty of this palace shows sensibility and harmony. Light, water, colours and exquisite decoration turn this palace into a marvellous pleasure for the senses.
This hall was named due to two big twin marble flagstones which are parts of the floor.
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The exit from the Hall of the Two Sisters in the Palace of LionsThe palace of lions has its name from the fountain which is supported by the statues of 12 lions. This fountain is found in the middle of the patio, which is surrounded by a number of different halls. The private chambers of the royal family were situated in the palace of lions. This palace is very much influenced by Christians, due to the close friendship between Muhammed V and the Christian king Pedro I. The palace of lions is where the art achieved its greatest degree of magnificence. The beauty of this palace shows sensibility and harmony. Light, water, colours and exquisite decoration turn this palace into a marvellous pleasure for the senses.
This hall was named due to two big twin marble flagstones which are parts of the floor.
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Windows in the Hall of the Two Sisters in the Palace of LionsThe palace of lions has its name from the fountain which is supported by the statues of 12 lions. This fountain is found in the middle of the patio, which is surrounded by a number of different halls. The private chambers of the royal family were situated in the palace of lions. This palace is very much influenced by Christians, due to the close friendship between Muhammed V and the Christian king Pedro I. The palace of lions is where the art achieved its greatest degree of magnificence. The beauty of this palace shows sensibility and harmony. Light, water, colours and exquisite decoration turn this palace into a marvellous pleasure for the senses.
This hall was named due to two big twin marble flagstones which are parts of the floor.
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A window in the Hall of the Two Sisters in the Palace of LionsThe palace of lions has its name from the fountain which is supported by the statues of 12 lions. This fountain is found in the middle of the patio, which is surrounded by a number of different halls. The private chambers of the royal family were situated in the palace of lions. This palace is very much influenced by Christians, due to the close friendship between Muhammed V and the Christian king Pedro I. The palace of lions is where the art achieved its greatest degree of magnificence. The beauty of this palace shows sensibility and harmony. Light, water, colours and exquisite decoration turn this palace into a marvellous pleasure for the senses.
This hall was named due to two big twin marble flagstones which are parts of the floor.
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Decorations on the wall in the Hall of the Two Sisters in the Palace of LionsThe palace of lions has its name from the fountain which is supported by the statues of 12 lions. This fountain is found in the middle of the patio, which is surrounded by a number of different halls. The private chambers of the royal family were situated in the palace of lions. This palace is very much influenced by Christians, due to the close friendship between Muhammed V and the Christian king Pedro I. The palace of lions is where the art achieved its greatest degree of magnificence. The beauty of this palace shows sensibility and harmony. Light, water, colours and exquisite decoration turn this palace into a marvellous pleasure for the senses.
This hall was named due to two big twin marble flagstones which are parts of the floor.
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The Emperor's chamber
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The Emperor's chamber
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GardenOne of many gardens in Alhambra
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GardenOne of many gardens in Alhambra.
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The city of GranadaGranada from Alhambra
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