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Generalife
Generalife
The name Generalife translates as “garden of paradise.” Its intricate gardens and patios were given over to the Venegas family after the Catholic monarchs conquered the city. A long promenade leads first to the Patio de la Acequia, the most vibrant aspect of the Alhambra complex. Surrounding it is the northern portico called the Mirador, framed by five elegant arches and three marble arches to the rear. On the western side is a gallery of 18 arches, and through the north portico is the Patio de los Cipreses, centered by an undulating pool. Small ponds are scattered among the oleanders and myrtles. Following a stone staircase you will discover the Upper Gardens, formerly olive groves which today sports modern gardens, an esplanade and the most unusual stairway lined by cascading waterfalls. Follow it past an unattractive, multi-storied building to the open-air stage where the International Festival of Music and Dance is held each year.
Alhambra Museums
The Alhambra Museum, located inside the Alhambra grounds, is open Tues.-Sat. 9:30 am-2:30 pm. The Museum of Fine Arts occupies the second floor of the 16th-century Palace Carlos V, adjacent to the Alhambra. It contains the Granadian art of Fray Sanchez Cota, Pedro de Mena and Alonso Cano.
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