El Alhambra: Region of Andalucia (Granada)
Alia Ahmed
Elaine Chen
2/26/07 A3
El Alhambra (On-Line Image). Available <http://www.ce.cmu.edu/~petera/photos/spain/granada/nevada.jpg> February 13th, 2007.
El Alhambra (On-Line Image). Available <http://www.quovadimus.org/spain99/alhambra/700/99-07-10-patiodelosleones1.jpg> February 13th, 2007.
- Architecture - Style and time period? El Alhambra was built as an Arabic style building and shows amazing architecture. It is a palace type building that shows a lot about it's time period. Construction on El Alhambra began in the 9th century and ended around the 14th century.
- Contents- What is in it? What types of works, styles? The Alhambra is an old Nazarite palace filled with grand courtyards, beautiful fountains and green gardens. There are peaceful walkways with trees lined up along the path for shade. La Alcazaba (the Citadel) is the oldest building there, and if you stand on the La Vela tower, the Alhambra looks spectacular.
- Influence - Any other cultures, styles influenced its contruction? The Muslim culture really influenced how the Alhombra was built. It was one of the largest political buildings of it's time. Many monarchs and their servants lived in the Alhambra as well as worked there.
- Why is it called what it is called? Named after someone? Word origin? Because the Alhambra has an Arabic style, the name also comes from Arabic origin. The Alhambra derives from an Arabic word meaning “red or crimson castle”. When they were constructing this fortress, they used torches for light, so the reflection of the torches reflected on the Alhambra, and gave it its red glow. Therefore, they called it the Alhambra.
- Regional Importance - How does this landmark reflect or help define the culture of this region and/or Spain as a whole? It helps us too understand the importance of beautiful architecture in the olden day times. With this building comes a lot of history regarding the Arab war and political times. Also, it showed how the Arab culture became corrupt because the rich were living with their slaves in palaces while the poor had no place to live.
Prominent Geographical Features
Granada is an extremely beautiful city. The city is shaped by the many hills surrounding the city, however the newer parts of the city are built on great plains. Behind the city also stands the majestic Sierra Nevada mountains. The mountains are great for many winter-sports. The city is also apart of the Mediterranean Sea shore, so one could also surf on the water. Within the cities are also the most beautiful gardens. Any day of any season would be a great time to visit this extravagant city.
Granada with the Alhambra and the Sierra Nevada Mountains (On-Line Image). Available <http://lexicorient.com/spain/granada.htm> February 26th, 2007.
The Alhambra in Granada, Spain (On-Line Image). Available <http://www.goworldclass.com/images/hspalhamf.jpg> February 27th, 2007.
Moorish Kebabs
Moorish Kebabs (On-Line Image). Available <
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_11720066545_kebab2.jpgs> February 26th, 2007.
For eight or ten people.
* 200 gr. seitan
* 200 gr. tofu
* 200 gr. tempeh
* one glass olive oil
* half teaspoon cumin
* one teaspoon paprika
* half teaspoon turmeric
* half teaspoon thyme
* one teaspoon chopped parsley
* salt and pepper
* skewers and bread
Soak all the herbs in olive oil. Add tofu, seitan, tempeh and spices. Marinate overnight. Put on skewers and barbecue. Delicious!
Raw onion, tomato, mushroom, courgette, etc., can be added to the skewers.
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