The Semantics of Material Culture: andalusia Moored and Unmoored

Research reveals a disconnect between the language used to describe Muslim heritage sites in Andalusia and their historical significance, often emphasizing Christian narratives or contemporary uses over Arab history. The study analyzes this linguistic shift through case studies of the Mosque-Cathedral of Córdoba and La Giralda in Seville, contextualizing these monuments within their medieval-modern past and present socio-political climate. It highlights how current events, such as Islamic terrorist attacks, influence perceptions of Muslim heritage, fostering xenophobia while also providing a means for Muslim migrants to reclaim regional identity through the region's Islamic history.

Marín-Aguilera, B. (2018). THE SEMANTICS OF MATERIAL CULTURE: ANDALUSIA MOORED AND UNMOORED. Cuadernos de Prehistoria Y Arqueología de La Universidad de Granada, 28, 93–114. https://doi.org/10.30827/cpag.v28i0.8476