Yannat al-Arif. Some people say that it means "The architect's garden", but others prefer "the most finest gardens". In any case, there is no doubt that the Generalife is
very inspiring. Although it is
part of the great complex of the Alhambra, it is an independent area -in fact,
it can be visited separately-, and was used by the Nasrid kings as a retreat and a place of rest, particularly in summer. It has gardens, of course, but also its own palace.
Info & Location
City/Province: Granada
Type of Experience: Islamic heritage
Address: Real de la Alhambra, s/n, 18009 Granada.
Opening hours: The monument is open everyday of the year with the exception of the 25th of December and January 1st. From Apr. 1st to Oct. 14th: Day visit (Mon. to Sun): 08:30 - 20:00 / Ticket office: 08:00 - 20:00. Evening visit (Tue & Sat): 22:00 - 23:30 / Ticket office: 21:00 - 22:45. From Oct 15th to Mar 31st: Day visit (Mon. to Sun): 08:30 - 18:00 / Ticket office: 08:00 - 18:00. Evening visit (Tue & Sat): 20:00 - 21:30 / Ticket office: 19:00 - 20:45
Price: There are different type of visits and tickets. Alhambra General ticket includes all areas of the monumental complex open to the public, also the gardens included): 14 . / The ticket Alhambra Gardens includes all areas of the Monumental Complex open to the public, except the Nasrid Palaces.7 / It is also possible to visit the gardens at night: 8 .
