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3 Aerial photos Alhambra
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The Alhambra is a fortress complex of the Moorish monarchs of Granada. Moorish poets describe it as a ''pearl set in emeralds'' in allusion to the brilliant colour of the buildings and the wood around them. The park was planted by the Moors with roses, oranges and myrtles.
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Picture taken 6.5.2007 -
aerial photo #0011-1563
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Carlos V inserted a Renaissance palace into the complex of the Alhambra. He planned to make Granada his main residence. The interests of Karl V changed because of Columbus discovery of America and Karl gave his plans. The palace remained unfinished.
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Picture taken 6.5.2007 -
aerial photo #0011-1571
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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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