Granada, Spain

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Alhambra quarter

Started in the 1240s by the first king of the Nasrids, this fortress once held a complex of barracks, schools, houses, and baths contained by defense towers. Visitors can tour the Royal Palace, with its fortress, towers, courtyards, staterooms and harem. The terraces and promenades in the Generalife-the ancient summer palace of the kings-offer a majestic view of the city.

Albaicin quarter

This ancient Moorish neighborhood, founded in 1228, is made up of private villages in lush gardens enclosed by high walls. Though the mosques have been converted into churches, part of the original city wall runs alongside the Cuesta de la Alhacaba. Visitors can stop into one of the charming teashops for a cup of mint tea.

For more information about Granada, Spain

Chicago

Tourist Office of Spain, 845 N. Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL 60611 (312) 642-1992.

Los Angeles

Tourist Office of Spain, 8383 Wilshire Boulevard, Suite 960, Beverly Hills, CA (213) 658-7188.

Miami

Tourist Office of Spain, 1221 Brickell Avenue, Suite 1850, Miami, FL 33131 (305) 358-1992.

New York

Tourist Office of Spain, 666 5th Avenue, 35th floor, New York, NY 10103 (212) 265-8822.