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493 Aerial photos
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The construction of the Mezquita started in 784 AD at the site of an old cathedral. When the forces of Tariq ibn-Ziyad entered Cordoba it became equitable that they had to share the place with the Christians. With the establishment of the emirate of Cordoba the Christians had to give up their part of the Mezquita. In 1236 when Cordoba was recaptured from the Moors the mosque was reconsecrated as a Christian church.
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Picture taken 5.5.2007 -
aerial photo #0011-1528
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The rectangular square is built in Castile style as Plaza Mayor. It is the only square of this kind in Andalusia. At Roman times was here the main entry to the amphitheatre.
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Picture taken 5.5.2007 -
aerial photo #0011-1526
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The Alhambra is one of the most famous attractions in Europe. The fortress complex is located on top of a hill in Granada in South of Spain. It is one of the most important examples ot the Moorish architecture. The building complex contains a citadel, the palaces of the Nazaries and the palace of emporer Karl V. Outside the walls are the wide spacious gardens of the Generalife.
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Picture taken 6.5.2007 -
aerial photo #0011-1581
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