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The original structure was built as a Muslim Minaret. It is now part of La Catedral de Santa Maria de la Sede and is called "La Giralda".
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Who built the alcazars?
Alcazars are fortifications built by Spain during the 14th and 15th century. Spain built them to drive out the Moors. These alcazars were built in Toledo, Segovia, and Sevilla. The alcazar in Sevilla, built in 1364, is the most popular.
On which river is Sevilla built?
the Chinese tapeiThe Cathedral of Santa Maria in Sevilla, Spain. Buildings lining a street, with the Giralda in the background, Sevilla, Spain. Torre del Oro (right) on the Guadalquivir River, Sevilla, Spain.
Why is Granada famous?
Mainly for the Alhambra palace. A Moorish Palace built by the Moors in the middle ages.
How did the moors excavate the materials to build the city of Alhambra Spain?
They built quarries in the mountains on the northern edge of what is now Granada Province and Málaga Province, known as the Sierra Nevada.
Who built the Ahambra in Granada Spain?
The Moors invaded Spain in 711 AD. The site of the Alhambra was fortified by the 9th century. It's ruins were rebuilt in the 11th century. In the year 1298 Abdallah ibn al-Ahmar inspected the site, laid out the foundations of a castle and ordered construction. The Moors further improved and enlarged the castle until by 1391 it was the basic complex seen today.
Did the Spaniards bury a pig to stop a mosque from being built in Sevilla?
Yes.
On which river is Spain built?
Spain is built on the river Thames.
What country built mission in California?
Spain built the California missions.
What palace in Spain is known for its tessellations?
The Alhambra Palace in Granada is know for it's tessellations. The last versions of the Alhambra were built by the Moors who are followers of Islam. Islam eschews the reproduction of living things and instead relies on geometric patterns for decoration.
Where is the famous roman aqueduct in Spain?
Segovia aqueduct which was built under the Roman emperor Trajan is still in use carrying water 10 mm from the Frio River to of Segovia,Spain
Who built an American empire first Spain or Portugal?
Spain
Who centralized power in Spain and built the Escorial?
It was built by Phillip II, as a monastery to commemorate Spain's victory over France.
