🇪🇸 Who Could Resist Granada? The Moorish Jewel of Spain
This city shaped Spanish history—even the pomegranate on Spain’s coat of arms represents Granada (whose name means "pomegranate" in Spanish). The Moors left their masterpiece here: the Alhambra, ranked among Europe’s most unique castles 🏰. 🚉 Transport Guide Trains/High-speed rail from Seville, Madrid, Málaga. Direct flights from London, Barcelona, etc. No need for bus passes—walk everywhere! ✨ Top 8 Must-Sees 1️⃣ Alhambra Palace Moorish splendor with lion courtyards 🦁, gardens. *Book tickets 1+ month ahead!* (3-5h visit). 2️⃣ Granada Cathedral Renaissance gem + tomb of Queen Isabella (who funded Columbus!). 3️⃣ Mirador de San Nicolás Full Alhambra views + Sierra Nevada snow peaks (Nov-Apr). ❄️ 4️⃣ Granada Eye (Mirador de Granada) Best sunset spot! 🌇 5️⃣ Puerta de Elvira Ancient Moorish gate to Albaicín. 6️⃣ Albaicín Quarter (UNESCO) Maze of whitewashed alleys + Moroccan tea houses (2h explore). 7️⃣ Monasterio de San Jerónimo 8️⃣ C. Calderería Nueva Vibrant street for Moroccan food & shops. 🍽️ Eat & Sleep Restaurante Los Manueles (€15/pax, book ahead!). Stay near the Cathedral for safety/convenience. #SpainTravel #Granada #Alhambra #MoorishArchitecture #HiddenGems #AutumnTravel 🍂