If u look really closely at the the first picture it is Arabic prayers made from plaster, alabaster and water. And the 2nd is an example of the kind of art and details these palaces had.

Try and See the Details

The first palace was for worship. Every surface was decorated to the max. Particular attention to the ceiling, although most of the colors are gone there are places you can see how vibrant Alhambra was.

Moorish Design

The Sultan was very clear with how his palace was to be built. Certain elements have to be included, and it’s all about showing power. WATER is number one, without this how can you live. Every tree, stone, drawing, carvings, placement was thought out to show the power of the Sultan and his beliefs. Mathematicians, […]

The Gardens

We last left off with a fortress, until the 13th century when Nasid emir Mohammad ben Al Ahmet of Granada, try saying this fast, decided to build a spectacular Moorish palace. This was for his family and to rule. Moorish design is all about what is inside, so the buildings are rather plan outside, but […]

Alhambra a series of palaces and Generalife Gardens.

Another picture perfect day to tour. No rain low 70’s this is how to see Europe before the summer crowds. Alhambra is controlled closely since over 8,000 people come here everyday. It is the one place you cannot miss coming to the Andalusia region of Spain. Its a hassle getting here in unless you visit […]

May 1 Malaga, Spain

We arrived in the early morning to the beautiful port city, gateway to Andalusia part of Spain. The city known for its Moorish history and the capital of Costa del Sol. And the birthplace of Picasso! But this was a day to be spent visiting the ancient city and gardens of Alhambra. More about this […]

It’s 2019.

Each Medina had its own farmers bringing in their produce to buy. There are food stands, bakeries, restaurants, and this. This man bakes bread and pastries all day and every day in this ancient oven. Wood burning oven, you walk down steps to witness a daily task that is centuries old. U walk out with […]

I Take Full Ownership!

Ok I was overwhelmed today. Too much sensory stimulation I forgot to take pics of the stores. Thanks to Reid he snapped this morsel. Hand carved and painted wood cabinet. The artistry of things u can by is staggering. I loved a mirror made if camel bone. Nope not kidding amazing details. Leather everything, ceramics, […]

Me in front of a Mosque that is quite beautiful. There are many in the Medina and by the way the Kasbah is the highest point within the walled city.

The Oldest Jewish Cemetery

Took up several blocks in the Medina. From a distance you can see the headstones, one on top of another. Our guide told us Muslims get buried the same as Jews, in the ground immediately. Well at least we have this in common. What a day we had and the shopping hadn’t even started,