Granada

Granada was absolutely amazing!! We arrived in Granada at about 10:30am and immediately took off on a morning jog behind our tour guide. The time slot to get into the Alhambra was small so there we were running down the streets of Granada. What an entrance! We were laughing so hard because we could only imagine what a herd of Americans running through the streets must have looked like. Granada was the last Moorish reign that was sieged by Ferdinand III and Isabel on Jan. 2nd, 1492 ending the Christian reconquest. The Alhambra, which we toured, is the most visited site in Spain! It was originally designed as a military base but became the royal palace in the 13th century. The decorative detail and the Muslim influenced architecture was incredible to see. We also visited the Real Capilla de Granada where the bodies of King Ferdinand, Queen Isabel, Juana la Loca, and Felipe el Hermoso are located. It was so astounding to stand right in front of some of the most influential figures in Spanish history. I really can't even describe it.

Friday night a huge group of us went to a Flamenco show in the hills of Granada. This was the first flamenco show that I have seen so it was an awesome cultural experience. I have no idea how they dance like that...definitely put my moves to shame :)

This week has been sooooooooo long but tomorrow we are headed to Moguer-la Rabida for a day trip with the school. I have no idea what is in this city but since we get out of school for it...I'm down. That's it for now :)