Exploring the Albayzín: Granada’s Ancient Moorish District
Perched on the steep hillside facing the Alhambra fortress, the Albayzín (or Albaicín) is Granada’s oldest and most atmospheric historic quarter. Declared a UNESCO World Heritage site alongside the Alhambra, this district preserves its medieval Moorish street layout, characterized by a labyrinth of cobbled lanes (callejones), white-washed homes, and secluded inner courtyards. Rather than focusing…