The Generalife

This summer residence of the Nazaries’ monarchs was built in the 13th century, and again rebuilt in the 14th. It’s actually a small palace with lovely gardens on the slopes of the Cerro del Sol or Hill of the Sun, next to the Alhambra. The Patio de la Acequia is the most impressive part, especially if you imagine you’re from a country were water is a scarce an valuable substance, essential for life. You should also visit the Patio de la Sultana with its cypresses.