A Magical day at the Alhambra in Spain

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Diane DeWitt Frisch

The Colony, TX
Luxury Europe & Cruise Travel Advisor

As someone who has explored the world with my own multigenerational family, I know firsthand how meaningful—and how complex—travel can be. I specialize in creating luxury and upper-premium vacations outside the U.S., with a strong...

Dome at the Alhambra

If you were to ask me the #1 place to visit in Spain, I would have to say the Alhambra in Granada.  When we went, we had a guide bring us there early, with pre purchased tickets.  This is an important detail.  We were surprised to see that the Alhambra is not just a palace, but a walled citadel with many palaces and gardens built over the span of many centuries, plus there is the adjacent Generalife gardens, which are also quite lovely.  It is a fascinating place to visit, and I strongly recommend going with a guide so that you can understand the rich history.  After touring up at the Alhambra, you can then head down the hill to the Albaycin district for a stroll, and then uphill to the Sacromonte District.  In Sacromonte, you see where the Bohemians, Flemish artists and Gypsies built their homes into caves for hundreds of years.  Then, if you time it just right, or your guide times it right, you can see a beautiful sunset over the Alhambra.  As if that is not a fabulous enough way to end your day, you can then walk back down to the base of the Alhambra, where there are some outdoor cafes, and enjoy a glass of wine or bite to eat under the lights of the fully illuminated Alhambra.  It is absolutely magical, and just the kind of day I love to plan for my clients.  

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