Alhambra
The Alhambra served as a palatine city, Christian royal residence and military fortress before its designation as a monument in 1870. It housed the Nasrid sultans, court officials and elite soldiers. After 1492 it became a royal residence under the Tendilla administration.

The Alhambra served as a palatine city, Christian royal residence and military fortress before its designation as a monument in 1870. It housed the Nasrid sultans, court officials and elite soldiers. After 1492 it became a royal residence under the Tendilla administration.
Fiche
- Object type under review
- Espagne
Lecture éditoriale
Editorial interpretation: The succession of courtly, royal and military roles offers a way to read the Alhambra through changing uses. Distinguishing those phases helps connect its palace spaces with the wider fortified complex.
Conseils de visite
Confirm current interior and grounds access with the responsible property or heritage institution before planning a visit. Check the specific entrance, any booking arrangements and accessibility directly. Stay on authorised routes; the recorded coordinate is an identity point and does not establish public admission.
Localisation et visite
Confirmez les horaires, les conditions d’accès et les réservations auprès du lieu lui-même. Ces indications suivent la notice source.
Sources et crédits
Notice source : Responsible institution or municipality — factual source
Notice source : Wikidata identity
Notice source : Wikimedia Commons photograph and licence
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