Granada City Guide

Granada is a city of 230,000 residents located near the foot of the Sierra Nevada Mountains. The city has an influence from the Moors and also from the Christian conqueres of the past. The plains of the area support lush orchards and groves that lead up to the mountains.

 Granada is home to the famous Alhambra, (Shown at the right) The Alhambra was the beutiful Moorish palace and citadel built in the 14th Century.

 The city is now known as one of the top three premier college cities in Spain. It is home to a prestigious Spanish university, Universidad de Granada.

Recently, Granada has also had a reputation of a lively night life in the cities bars and taverns. The city has a high bar per capita, which can result in a cheaper night out for students.