THE TWO MOST EMBLEMATIC NEIGHBORHOODS OF GRANADA

The legendary Albaicin district, World Heritage Site, is also an essential visit.

  Panoramic view of the Albaycin from the Generalife gardens.

Founded by the Iberians, conquered by the Romans, and then fortified by the Zirid dynasty, the Albaycin district of Granada retains its authenticity as a “medina”, winding and narrow streets, which take us on a journey under Al-Andalus.

The beauty of Albaycin is getting lost in the streets and alleys. That’s what makes this neighborhood so happy. A large part of the Zirides wall from the 10th century is visible, the alcazaba qadima, the hammams or Arab baths, the carmenes, the church-mosques, the water reservoirs or aljibes and unmissable places such as the viewpoints of Sant Nicolas, Saint Cristobal, places to admire the sunset, considered the most beautiful in Spain but also admire the view of the exterior of the Alhambra and the Generalife under the accompaniment of the gypsies with their guitars and dancing.

Both Albaicin and Sacromonte are neighborhoods to immerse yourself in art, legends, flamenco with spectacular landscapes.

Vue de L’Albaycin dès L’Alhambra                                                            Vue de L’Alhambra dès L’Albaycin

The hand-dug troglodytes contain treasures of history, customs and art.

A place to enjoy and discover the Zambra de sacromonte.

It is always advisable to take advantage of it with a professional guide to appreciate all the details and know the best corners of these two neighborhoods.

In the Sacromonte museum you can discover ancient trades and the way of life of the gypsies.

A visit to Albaycin and Sacromonte lasts approximately 2’30 hours.

HOW TO ACCESS IT

The best route to get to know the districts of L’Albaycin and Sacromonte is to stroll through the Souks of La Caldereria vieja, visit Max Moreaux’s Carmen in L’Albayzin and visit the church of San Nicolas and its famous viewpoint .

We cross such emblematic points as the Alcazaba Quadima, the ancient wall from the 10th century, and the “mirador de San Nicolas”.

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