Architectural Monuments in the Andalusia Region of Spain

Andalusia, located in the south of Spain, hosted many civilizations throughout its history. The region bears traces of Arab, Roman, Phoenician, and Spanish culture. For 800 years, it is possible to find the cultures of different societies in the region under the control of the Andalusian Umayyad State. With the presence of different societies in the region, various architectural works have emerged. Arab, Roman, and modern Spanish details stand out among the architectural works in the Andalusia Region. Andalusia Region has managed to be among the priority routes of those who want to do cultural and historical tourism. Andalusia, one of the privileged places of Spain, bears traces of Islamic and Christian societies. 


1. Alhambra Palace


Alhambra Palace is located in Granada, Spain. Those who want to see the finest details of Islamic art can visit Alhambra Palace. Originally planned to be a castle, the building gained its magnificent style during the reign of Muhammad Nasser. Alhambra Palace has managed to fascinate the visitors with its harmony with the natural structure of the city and its details reflecting Andalusian Islamic Art. Inspired by the 1st Mohammed's red beard, the palace was named Alhambra. The palace, which is on the UNESCO World Heritage List, has a very important place among the Islamic artifacts in Europe. There is another palace inside the palace. After the region fell into the hands of Christians, the Palace of Carlos V was built inside the structure. Alhambra Palace is a work of Islamic Art and Renaissance architecture. 


2. Granada Cathedral 


Visitors who want to see Spanish Renaissance architecture can visit Granada Cathedral. Granada Cathedral completed in 1561, bears important details of Christian architecture. The building has different entrances named Ecco Homo, San Jeronimo, and El Perdon, and the main altarpiece by the painter Alonso Cano attracts great attention. Those who complete the cathedral tour can visit the Royal Chapel and the museum with paintings of the royal family. 


3. Giralda Bell Tower 


Seville is one of the most important cities in the Andalusia Region. The city, which has an important place in the Andalusian State, contains many historical buildings. The Giralda Bell Tower rises with the cathedral next to it. Built on the site of a mosque, the tower has similar features to the Kutubiye Mosque. The Giralda Bell Tower has important details from Renaissance and Islamic architecture and offers visitors a beautiful view of Seville. 


4. La Mezquita 


Cordoba is one of the cities in Andalusia with the highest number of Islamic monuments. La Mezquita, one of the 600 mosques built by the Andalusian Umayyad State in the city, was used as a mosque until the 13th century. The building, which was later converted into a cathedral, has managed to preserve its architectural features. La Mezquita, which has an important place among the places to visit in the Andalusia Region, has gained an appreciation for the engravings on its walls and columns. 


5. Picasso Museum 


Pablo Picasso is considered the pioneer of the Surreal and Cubist art movements. The museum where Picasso's works are exhibited can be added to the list of historical places in the Andalusia Region. The Picasso Museum exhibits 285 works of the artist. In the museum inside the Buenavista Palace, there are oil paintings, various drawings, sculptures, and sketches by Picasso. 


6. Puente Nuevo 


Puente Nuevo is the largest of the three bridges on the 120-meter-high cliff separating the Guadalevin River and the city of Ronra(Ronda olmalı). Completed in 1793, the bridge was designed by Jóse Martin de Aldehuela. 


7. White Villages 


In Cadiz, there are small settlements that stand out with their white color. The White Villages, one of the important routes of travelers, were built by Christians and Muslims for defense purposes. There are 28 buildings with the same name in the city. The White Villages, where the Mediterranean welcomes visitors with all its colors, have gained great appreciation. 

 

27.05.2023