Description Granada, Spain

Granada - dream of the romantics and poets and one of the most beautiful cities in the world. Granada lies at the foot of the north-eastern slope of the Sierra Nevada on the three hills that descend to the valley of the river Genil and its tributary, Darra. Legend says that these are the hills like an amphitheater, like the open grenade, given the name of the city: Granada - "grenades". The white houses and narrow, cobbled stone streets create a unique atmosphere of tranquility and solitude. And the night Granada is no different noisy jolly, but rather self-absorbed, pensive and quiet.

Granada is located in the Sierra Nevada, where there is always a lot of sunny days and the ideal climate for skiing. In Granada, there is a unique opportunity to ski on well-lit paths at night.

According to another version, the name of Granada came from the European quarter Garnat-ha-al-Yehuda, whose residents helped the Arabs in the IX century. capture the city. But most likely, this word is of Arabic origin and means "pomegranate castle.

Eight-Arabian influence has left an indelible imprint on the face of the city. Privacy, characteristic of Arab culture, found their refuge here. Granada is one of the symbols of Spain and one of the most visited city in the country.