We have truly enjoyed our time in Granada and will be sad to leave tomorrow. It is such a wonderful city formed by the many cultures that have coexisted or dominated over the centuries. Today we had a 2 1/2 hour walking tour with a very knowledgeable, easy to understand native of Granada. He is justifiably proud of his city and culture. There were 8 of us on the tour with only 3 of us from English speaking countries. The third is a young lady from New Zealand traveling alone. (Peggy was torn between admiration for her and imagining what her parents must be feeling with her traveling alone and not her first trip.) It is kind of humbling to realize that people from 3 different European countries not only choose the English speaking tour but we’re quite fluent in the language.

There are so many wonders here in Granada. We learned today that the Iberians (from current day Spain & Portugal) were the first to settle here. The Muslims were the first “immigrants” in the 11th century. They were far more scientifically advanced than the Europeans and their architecture and hydrolic water delivery system has survived many centuries. Fortunately when the Catholic Monarchs, beginning with Queen Isabella & King Ferdinand took over much of the architecture was preserved. Sadly, in an attempt to stamp out the Muslims most of their scientific books and Koran collection kept at the La Madrazza, Arab University were burned by the bishop of Spain in 1502. Happily the building is still intact and mostly restored to its Muslim time.

Yesterday we explored the interior of the Alhambra and today we were privileged to a full majestic view as it sits high on the hills above Granada. We were able to explore where the markets were in the golden age of Muslim rule. Much of it has been restored and parts are still shops. One of the former market places retains much of its original structure – an open courtyard, complete with pool, surrounded by a two story structure which formally housed markets and lodging for traveling merchants. After the fall of the Muslims and the end of the traveling merchants it was used as coal storage – an important function. Hence it is called  Corrall del Carbon and is now used as cultural dept offices and for concerts and theatre in summer months.

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It has been fascinating to wander through the narrow streets (many like alleys) and explore the many plazas or just relax with a drink or dinner and people watch and enjoy the musicians and flamenco dancers. We have thoroughly enjoyed our time here and look forward to more adventures as we make our way towards Barcelona with arrival in 2 or 3 days and the remainder of our trip.

Ciao,
Wayne & Peggy