Granada is home of the Alhambra which is a popular tourist attraction for people to visit. The Alhambra is a famous palace and fortress which was built on top of the Sabika hill and has an expansive history. The complex was originally ordered to be created by Muhammad I however it was not completed by him and instead was continued to be worked on during the reigns of Yusuf I and Muhammad V. Afterwards in 1526 Charles V commissioned a palace to be built in a renaissance style which messed with the design of the Alhambra. It was not completed however and was left to sit and decay for a few centuries while random people would come and go as they pleased from the interior. Napoleon the First’s troops found the building following his defeat and they decided to destroy parts of it which worsened its state. Later on it became a famous location in Spain for people to visit and study in order to learn more about it. 

The Alhambra itself was built by using various materials such as concrete, brick, wood, and plaster. It spans about 35 acres total and features two entrances, The Pavilion Main Entrance and The Gate of Justice Entrance. Tourists are able to explore the courtyard, throne room, and a majority of the total 35 acres if they so wish. Carved tile-work and fountains are common throughout the whole site which is very beautiful to see in person. The architecture is a great demonstration of the renaissance style and is a must visit for anyone visiting via the study abroad program.