El Albaycín, Moriscs Roots in Granada

The Albaicín and the Sacromonte are the districts with more colour, enchantment and history of the city of Granada. To wonder around the Albaicín is to make a trip to its moriscs roots in as well as an enjoyment for the senses.

El Albaicín is the old Moorish quarter of the city. It's located on a hill facing Alhambra, where you can enjoy a magnificent views.

When the Moors were driven by the Christians out of the city of Baeza, Jaen, in the 13th century, they fled to Granada and re-settled on the northern part of the hill, creating a suburb which took on the name of their former home. That is what we now call Albaicín.

There is 5 places that you should see:

Mirador de San Nicolas
Colegiata del Salvador
Puerta de las Pesas
Puerta de Elvira
Plaza San Miguel Bajo

The Albaicín became a World Heritage Site in 1.994.

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