Pulling "Teeth" in the Warm Sun in Winter (10) Granada: A Dream City of 1001 Nights (Part Two)

There is a famous Spanish saying that nothing is more tragic than being born in Granada and being blind. It can be seen from this famous saying that the charm of Alhambra Palace is absolutely not to be missed.

Alhambra Palace is a famous Moorish palace, a famous historical site with Muslim, Jewish and Christian styles. This is one of the most splendid castles in human history. It is the essence of all the ancient sites in Spain preserved by Arabs, and is known as "the city of palaces" and "the miracle of the world".

Alhambra Palace Alhambra, my peerless castle; Granada, Granada, I've been thinking about the dream city of 1001 nights.

Palacio Dicarlo V-Palace-Alcazar Ba-Akasaba Castle-Jardine partal Garden

Walking out of the 1,001-night-like Nasser Palace, you can see at a glance the outer wall of Palacio deCarlos, the palace of Carlos V, which is quite Renaissance style, like chocolate.

At this moment, the unique bright sunshine of Andalusia shines on the square pillow stone on the outer wall of Carlos V Palace, making this square building even more magnificent.

Carlos V Palace is not only the most important Renaissance style building in Spain, but also the only palace built in the Catholic period in Alhambra. At the same time, it is not only completely different from the Islamic style of Alhambra Palace, but also incompatible with the traditional European palaces. Carlos V Palace is not only an anomaly in Alhambra Palace, but also an anomaly in the royal palaces of Europe.

Its appearance, like the Italian Opera House, is square and has two floors. Although the styles are different, they are also very distinctive.

The fa? ade of Carlos V Palace is quite avant-garde, and the uneven wall is decorated with eagle-billed copper rings.

A bronze horse ring tied to the majestic outer wall of Carlos V Palace, which is built of huge stones, is a masterpiece commemorating Carlos V's victory and brilliant imperial industry.

Carlos V's palace was specially built by the Spanish monarch to show his achievements in reconquering Granada, the lost land, and to make it a witness of conquering other nations. So both sides of the main entrance are covered with European relief.

Exterior wall carvings are mainly concentrated around the gate, and many exquisite sculptures are piled up on the front of the gate.

There are many historical stories on the thick outer wall of Carlos V Palace, including the statue of Carlos V, the goddess of rumors, the goddess of victory and the goddess of harvest.

The relief has a strong Christian flavor, and the figures and animals carved by Baishi are very vivid. Exquisite sculptures make the whole wall colorful.

The circular relief on the upper floor symbolizes Hercules, the mythical Hercules. The vicissitudes of history show the erosion of time before our eyes with such cracks.

Entering from the gate, the interior of Carlos V Palace suddenly became clear. In the middle is an open-air circular paradise surrounded by circular columns, like a big bullring.

There is a hole in the middle of the yard. If people stand in the hole and shout or sing loudly, they will make a strong noise. It is said that the three tenors in the world hold concerts here, without even using microphones.

After the recovery of Granada, King Carlos V of Spain lived in Narcissus Palace during his wedding trip. He likes Granada very much and wants to build a big palace to make Granada the future capital of the Spanish empire, so he ordered the construction of this palace.

The Palace of Carlos V is round, hollow and has a two-story structure. The veranda is supported by more than 30 columns, forming an arched dome.

The most interesting thing is that its circular concept smacks of China traditional culture.

Standing in the middle of the atrium and turning around, you can see different light and shadow changes.

It is said that the sun came in from the dome, leaving two moons in the circular square, one bright and one dark. The two moons move with the sun, constantly changing the light source in the circular building. Only when the sun goes down will the moon in the palace disappear. This is an extremely mysterious way to make a light source through sunlight.

Follow the smooth ancient European stone steps to the second floor.

When I came to the second floor, my view was wider. I saw a huge patio in the veranda, standing in the middle, where I could watch the palace from different angles or take a photo of Zhang Quanjing mode.

It is said that due to the lack of funds, Carlos V Palace is still an unfinished project, and the interior decoration in many places has not been fully completed.

From the outside, Carlos V's palace is a square building with a round courtyard surrounded by unpretentious railings and columns, much like the Colosseum in ancient Rome.

When I came to the second floor, I found that the dome on the second floor was different from the first floor, and the wooden structure replaced the masonry structure.

The pillars around the courtyard show the shadow of order in the light and shadow, and its atmosphere is as rough as a matador, which is in sharp contrast with the Islamic palace.

The spacious circular square and the surrounding colonnade of Carlos V Palace are simple and regular, just like the Spanish bullring, which is a typical Renaissance style. And such a Christian-style building, cleverly embedded in the surrounding Arab buildings, presents a kind of aesthetic feeling of cultural integration.

If Alhambra Palace is a truly beautiful Arab woman, then Carlos V Palace should be a strong Spanish man.

Walking around inside, I found that some colonnades were obviously mottled and the decorations outside fell off, which showed that it was quite old.

Leaving the Palace of Carlos V, I saw a horseshoe-shaped gate with a simple shape not far away. According to the narrator, this is the Wine Gate, also known as Puerto Delvino, and it is one of the oldest buildings in Alhambra, dating back to the period of Muhammad Ⅱ.

It is said that Muslims are forbidden to drink alcohol, so why did you build a gate here and name it Wine Gate? I am full of doubts.

This door is the dividing line that divides the Alhambra Palace into two parts. On one side of the door is the royal palace, and on the other side is a military fortress castle that resists attacks.

Special reminder: there is a small shop on the left hand side of this door, and the goods inside are dazzling. Here I saw China's version of Walking in the Alhambra Palace, 9 euros, which is a little expensive and a little painful. I reluctantly picked it up and put it down.

There is a free public toilet in the canteen. Remember to go to the toilet, because as far as I remember, there don't seem to be many toilets in Alhambra Palace.

The wine door has a horseshoe-shaped arch, and the extension of the arch is decorated with exquisite Arab wall relief. The gate has exquisite blue-green glass and hollow lattice windows, which makes the gate full of charm.

Through the wine door, it is a clearing. The castle wall in front of us is Alcazaba, Alcazar tile castle. It is also the oldest part of Alhambra Palace, which was built by Moors on the site of Roman fortress in the 9th century.

When we came to the castle, we had to look up at the tall and solid walls.

The periphery of the castle is a thick wall, which is built down along a steep cliff and is a fortification that is easy to defend but difficult to attack. But even so powerful, it can't resist the torrent of history.

This passage is not only small and narrow, but also tortuous after entering. At first I thought I was going the wrong way. Later, I checked the information and realized that this is the true face of military defense.

Alcasaba Castle was built at the same time as Alhambra Palace, which is a barrier to defend the palace.

You can climb the watchtower along the steps of the castle, which is the highest point of the whole castle.

Standing here, you can enjoy the panoramic view of Carlos V Palace that stands out from the crowd. Its construction proves that the Alhambra Palace has returned to the Spanish hands.

The wheel of history never stops rolling, and the history of Spain is like the joys and sorrows of Castilians and Moors. No matter the owners change constantly, the only thing that remains unchanged is this red palace, which will always stand on the top of the mountain and look into the distance, becoming the last sigh of the Moors.

Akasaba Castle is an important military castle during the Islamic rule, and it is also evidence of the long-term existence of Islam here. There are two walls around the castle, which is an invincible fortress, and it still exudes an impregnable atmosphere today.

The castle you see in front of you is basically in ruins. Walking in the ruins adds a bit of desolation, and the walls of the fortress built by boulders are mottled, as if telling the history of Granada in the Middle Ages. ...

Today, there are still many observation ports and smaller shooting ports in the castle. Through the observation deck, you can only see the surviving half of the tower wall.

In disrepair, the walls made of red bricks and mud are mottled and rough, giving people a sense of vicissitudes. The prosperity of the past is gone, leaving only this silent castle, silently watching the changes of history.

This is the ruins of the arsenal in the castle. At that time, there were heavy troops here. Later, the castle was abandoned with the fall of the palace, but its majestic posture still exists.

The watchtower is the commanding height of the castle, overlooking the whole Granada. In the Middle Ages, it was the "eye" of Alhambra Palace. Ring the bell is the most effective warning method when attacked.

Standing next to the watchtower overlooking the distant mountains, that is the majestic Sierra Nevada. Even in summer, the top of the mountain is covered with snow, which is the southernmost snow mountain in Europe.

Grenada is located in a valley under the Sierra Nevada. The ancient city is centered on the former Alhambra Palace. Alcasaba Castle occupies the highest point of the hill next to the palace and is the best position overlooking the ancient city of Grenada.

This Arabic-style building is the Alhambra Palace Hotel that passed by last night. Under the sunshine, the yellow exterior wall has turned orange, which is quite dreamy.

Today, there are several forts and watchtowers in the castle overlooking Granada and Albizin.

Hello, Granada! Hello, Albizin!

Overlooking albite in the castle, the labyrinthine alleys and dazzling white buildings built on the mountain still retain their original appearance, as if nothing had changed.

Santa Maria Church, built between1581-1617, was built on the site of the original mosque. After 180 years of construction, this church has become an important landmark in Granada, which combines Gothic and Renaissance styles.

Layers of Arab-style white houses interweave with Moorish architecture and Andalusian architecture, forming Granada's style.

On the way to visit, I can meet female police officers in scenic spots with handcuffs and pistols from time to time. This is also a major feature of Alhambra Palace, right? !

From the outside, Akasaba Castle is a stocky square castle, but in fact, its interior is as complicated as a maze.

After coming down from the castle, I walked out of Alhambra Palace. When I came to this clearing, I saw a fountain with a carved shadow wall. From the back steps, there is the famous gate of justice.

It is said that this gate of justice, which is easily overlooked by tourists, is precisely the main entrance of Alhambra Palace. Now, you don't need tickets to enter the Alhambra Palace from here, and you can only visit the parts that don't charge tickets, such as Carlos V Palace and partal Garden.

The Gate of Justice is a huge horseshoe-shaped arch and the largest gate of Alhambra Palace.

If you look closely, you will find an open palm engraved on the outer vault of the door, and a key engraved on the inner vault of the door, which is a symbol of the king and religion who once lived here.

Because I want to continue my visit, I returned to Alhambra Palace from this gate of justice.

There is a key engraved above the second arch, which symbolizes power.

This is the weapon door under the defense tower. In comparison, it has become mottled, and there are few exquisite colored glazes left on the door.

There is a beautiful wooden balcony at the door of weapons, and there is a piece of text embedded in the wall next to it that I can't understand at all, but there must be a legend behind it.

Step on the stairs inlaid with ceramic patterns and pass through an arched doorway. ...

Is a unique combination window in Lu Yu You Yue very similar to the "presentation" of Chinese characters? At the same time, it presents a unique landscape.

Walking through this cobblestone art road, we came to a garden in full of green.

In the garden, towering trees and shrubs are trimmed into geometric figures, and the center is surrounded by a marble fountain. The whole courtyard looks simple but exquisite.

In Alhambra Palace, every courtyard must have a fountain. Through the Arab-style arcade, you can see the green courtyard, which is even more amorous feelings.

Crossing this wooden door covered with nails, we walked out of the yard, not far from a building I can't name.

Only then did I suddenly realize that Alhambra Palace is really a red fort. Not only the mountain where the palace is located is red, but also the outer wall of the palace is made of red bricks made of fine sand and clay.

I really like the feeling of looking at this great building from a distance and quietly enjoying the harmonious picture between the palace and nature.

Under the blue sky, this tall red building is in sharp contrast with the white red-roofed house at the foot of the mountain, forming a visual impact picture.

Go on and pass a red watchtower, which looks like the beacon tower on the Great Wall of China, but the difference is the double horseshoe-shaped watchwindows at its waist.

From the outside, there are two opposite fans at the top of Abenser Lachs Hall in Lion Atrium, which not only skillfully uses the sunlight, but also forms a unique shape, which is unforgettable.

Since ancient times, people have often associated gardens with heaven or fairyland. Garden is a paradise imagined by human beings, a paradise and fairyland created by human beings, and it is entrusted with people's eager yearning for a better life. Alhambra Palace is the best interpretation!

Unconsciously turned to Jardine Matheson Garden. This is a garden with pavilions and rectangular pools.

Partal Palace, also known as the Lady's Tower, is the oldest palace in Alhambra. The large pool in front of the courtyard is like a mirror, which perfectly reflects the charming charm of the whole building, just like a palace floating on the water.

Palm trees by the pool, against the backdrop of the Lady's Tower, silently cast their graceful figures into the quiet pool, surrounded by very quiet, as if holding their breath, quietly listening to the echo of history. ...

Walking under the porch, staring at the spire of the Catholic church not far away through the exquisite arched eaves, the bustling scene here unconsciously emerges.

Looking up, the low eaves are layered and the ceiling is carved with exquisite wood. Unfortunately, due to disrepair, the surrounding walls have fallen off.

With a hint of regret, we walked into the ladies' tower and suddenly felt that large areas of light and shadow were intertwined, and the unique Islamic culture of the Moors came to us.

The roofs and wall posts are covered with exquisite and complicated Arabic carvings, which show the glory and prosperity of Moorish culture in the past.

Let us once again feel a major feature of Alhambra Palace-colorful, delicate and changeable line decoration. In the designs on those walls, vines and geometric patterns unique to Arab aesthetics can be seen everywhere. Its amazing exquisiteness and symmetrical beauty are the epitome of Moors' extraordinary imagination and art, and also the concrete embodiment of exquisite culture.

Walking out of the ladies' tower and looking around the whole courtyard, green trees, pools and clock towers seem to make people enter the Garden of Eden against the blue sky.

It is said that the Lady Pagoda in partal Garden changed its owner and name several times until it was abandoned. In my eyes, this beautiful garden is like a beauty in troubled times. Whoever is strong will be wantonly trampled and then abandoned.

On the reddish-brown wall, there is a beautiful double horseshoe-shaped window, and the wide window frame is dotted with dazzling patterns and patterns, silently revealing its luxurious and noble status.

Not far from partal Garden, it is the Church of Santa Maria. This church was originally the Royal Mosque in Granada. After Granada was recovered by Christianity, the mosque was demolished on 1560 and converted into a Catholic church. From the facade, it still retains some Arabic styles.

Against the blue sky and palm trees, the tower is more upright.

When we linger and step into the sunny garden, I just want to sit quietly and feel the glory of Arab art treasures under the baptism of years.

While the sun is shining, we greedily want to visit every corner of Alhambra Palace and see every detail deeply embedded in my mind.

The courtyards are interconnected by an entrance and separated by a leaky window. A courtyard can see the neighboring courtyard, and even the peaks outside the courtyard can be seen through the entrance and portal. This is a way to expand the space of Alhambra Palace.

San Francisco convent is now a state-owned hotel chain.

Unconsciously, four or five hours passed so gently. When this unforgettable and dreamy trip to the Thousand and One Nights is coming to an end, my mind still flashes from time to time exquisite Arab courtyards, slender and elegant horseshoe-shaped arches, fountains of various shapes, mirror-like clear ponds, and Persian mosaic patterns everywhere. The glittering texture of Alhambra Palace is exquisite and complex, which is beyond comprehension.

When we were about to walk out of Alhambra Palace, we saw a deep trench outside the palace, a bit like a moat in our traditional sense.

There is a narrow bridge over the trench. It is said that the last monarch of Granada was a literary youth with a weak personality. When the Spanish king's army was besieged, he decided to give up resistance and surrender. Surrender, after all, is not a glorious thing, so he didn't take the main entrance of Alhambra Palace-the gate of justice, but came out from a small door near this small bridge.

It is such an isolated city, which not only continued the Spanish dynasty for 250 years politically, but also left behind such an unparalleled masterpiece as the Alhambra Palace in culture and art.

When the shadow of Alhambra still lingers in my mind, I am still immersed in the memories of Alhambra, and I still feel unfinished.

No one can deny that this is a charming palace. The perfect harmony of light, water, color, exquisite carving and natural style makes it a mysterious architectural miracle with luxury inside. Whether in Spain or Europe, Alhambra Palace is the perfect embodiment of the whole Arab architecture.

It skillfully integrates military defense, administration, palaces and gardens, creating the highest Arab art works. Walking among them, there is always a feeling of being in a fantasy world like Arabian Nights.

In the process of writing my travel notes, I appreciate this Arab palace again and again through these photos. The exquisiteness and perfection of Muslim architecture in the Middle Ages also deeply conquered me again and again. It's the dream city of 1001 nights that I've been thinking about.

Pulling "Teeth" in the Warm Sun in Winter (9) Granada: A Dream City of the Thousand and One Nights (Part Two)

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