Alhambra y el Generalife de Granada


World Heritage Site: Alhambra, Generalife and Albayzín, Granada

Publication Year: 2010

Publication Type: Article

Publication Identifier: WHEFB6A547842

Summary

A comprehensive analysis of the Alhambra and Generalife, Granada, reveals their architectural, historical, and cultural significance as UNESCO World Heritage Sites. The study, led by Leopoldo Torres Balbás with a preliminary analysis by Antonio Malpica Cuello, delves into the intricate designs, symbolism, and conservation challenges faced by these iconic structures. Published in 2009, this work combines historical documentation with modern scholarly insights, offering a nuanced understanding of the site's evolution over centuries. The research approach integrates archival records, architectural studies, and interdisciplinary perspectives to highlight the Alhambra's enduring legacy as a masterpiece of Nasrid architecture and its role in shaping Granada's cultural identity.

Citation

Vílchez Vílchez, C. (2010). Alhambra y el Generalife de Granada. Cuadernos de La Alhambra, (45), 228–229. https://doi.org/10.67128/cdalhambra.45.230

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