I’ve found my next home.
Generalife was the summer place of the Nasrid Emirs, and also my favorite part of the Alhambra. It was built in the early 1300s and is basically my idea of perfection. The rest of the Alhambra is amazing of course, but the Generalife grounds just felt simple and peaceful. The main courtyard garden is thought to be the best example of the Persian medieval garden style. I’m pretty sure I could have lived there.
Looking down at the rest of the Alhambra.
I suspect that fewer visitors walk all the way up to the Generalife (it’s up the hill a bit and looks down at the rest of the complex), but those extra few steps are well worth the effort.
To wrap up the Alhambra, here’s a photo of my mom and me from the day. It’s probably my current favorite photograph of us.
xo, jill
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