Photos of the Alcazaba at the Alhambra

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The triangular Alcazaba (citadel) with its thick walls and towers was the main form of defence for the Alhambra against attack. This is the oldest part of the Alhambra complex and was the site of the original red castle. It was Mohammed I who built the surrounding walls and the three towers: the Torre de la Vela (Watchtower) in the far-right corner, the Torre Quebrada (the “Broken” Tower) and the Torre del Homenaje (the Keep). A further tower was added subsequently: the Torre de la Pólvora (the "Gunpowder" Tower). Work on the palaces began later and the Sultan lived here until they were finished. In the photo on the left, you can see the Torre de la Vela with its flags and belltower and the citadel.


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Barrio Castrense - Castrense Quarter

Barrio Castrense - Castrense Quarter

Torre de la Vela

Torre de la Vela

Alcazaba (Torre de la Vela) - at night

Alcazaba (Torre de la Vela) - at night

Torres de la alcazaba - Towers in the alcazaba

Torres de la alcazaba - Towers in the alcazaba

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Dale limosna ...

Barrio Castrense - The Castrense Neighbourhood

Barrio Castrense - The Castrense Neighbourhood

Torre del Homenaje

Torre del Homenaje

Torre de la Vela

Torre de la Vela

Torre de la vela Granada

Torre de la vela Granada

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