Alhambra and Generalife
Granada's Alhambra is world famous as the most striking relics of Arab art in the world. Perching on a hill top, Alhambra is an arabic term meaning "red castle". The oldest part of the Alhambra was built by the founder of the Nazari dynasty in the 9th century. Next to the Alhambra is the Generalife, the Nazarite kings' summer residence lavishly adorned with fountains and pools in one of the world's most exquisite gardens.

Albaicín
Located across from the Alhambra, this site has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage along with the former. The district is populated by white-washed houses and narrow winding streets laden with cobble stones. As it sits on a hill, the scenery from here is stunning, and it's a great place to relax in one of the friendly restaurants or tapas bars as well.

Cathedral
Granada's cathedral is located near Gran Vía in the city center and is considered the first Renaissance cathedral in the country. The Renaissance influence can be appreciated in the main chapel with its Corinthian columns and entablature with reliefs. Statues of the twelve apostles and other saints are found on the shelves attached to the columns.

Capilla Real
The Royal Chapel is another important landmark of Granada. This brilliant piece of 16the century Gothic architecture was built to house the tombs of Isabel and Fernando who united Spain for Christendom in 1492. The chapel also has a museum dedicated to a collection of medieval Flemish paintings such as Botticelli and Berruguete originally owned by Queen Isabel.

Basílica de Nuestra Señora de las Angustias
This basilica is where Granada's patron saint, la Virgen de las Angustias, is worshipped. The baroque façade with its Corinthian columns and vaulted niche holding the Virgin Mary embracing the body of Christ in particular is absolutely flawless. The basilica boasts many other fine features including the imposing twin towers dating from the 17th century as well as the 18th century Churrigueresque style marble altarpiece.

Iglesia de San Juan de Dios
Dedicated to San Juan de Dios, this fabulous baroque church is located on the way along the road of the same name. The 16th century saint was admired by the locals for his devotion to care for the sick. The church houses a silver urn which contains his remains as well as an interesting collection of 17th century sculptures and paintings.