June 8, 2009
We had one of the best locations for a hostel with the AAE Lisboa. It was located right on a plaza just a short walk from the meeting point in the morning.
Plaza from window of AAE Lisboa
In the morning we headed up to the Alhambra and Generalife. First we started by going through the Generalife Gardens (photos). These gardens created a series of outdoor rooms that were framed by the hedges and other plants.
Hall of Generalife Gardens
Room of Generalife Gardens
Afterward we headed over to go in the Alhambra Palace (photos). This palace is part of a fortress meant to defend the surrounding region. Their are many different courtyards throughout the building.
Courtyard of Alhambra Palace
The amount of detail in the domes is amazing and also allows them to easily transfer from a square base to a circular dome.
Dome of Alhambra Palace
There was water that ran throughout the palace.
Water running through Paths
After the main palace we went to see the palace of Charles V which has significantly less ornate decoration.
Palace of Charles V Exterior
Stairs of Palace of Charles V
Interior of Palace of Charles V
At night we took the train to Sevilla.