Aljaferia Palace Aljaferia Fortification, Zaragoza, Aragon, Spain

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Aljaferia Palace The Aljaferia Palace was the heart of Zaragoza in the 11th century. The city was then the centre of an independent Moorish empire ruled by the Beni Kasim dynasty; and housed the royal court and official residence, as well as doubling as the city's main fortification or castle. A magnificent example of Arab architecture it predates the Alhambra in Granada and is widely thought to be the largest and most prominent Moorish monument outside of Andalucia. Though the Aljaferia retains it's quadrangular plan and Moorish appearance much of it's interior was adapted by the Christian Kings of Aragon after the re-conquest of Zaragoza. Visitors will find a mix of styles present, with Moorish patios, plaster-work, and architectural design mixed in with Aragonese features such as the elaborate throne room, staircases, coffered ceilings, and more. In recent times part of the building has been given over to housing the offices of the Aragonese parliament, though the majority of the Aljaferia is open to the public.   Zaragoza Tourist Office TEL       +34 902 477000 FAX       +34 976 280746   More Zaragoza links; Zaragoza Restaurants Zaragoza Bars Zaragoza Night Clubs Zaragoza Culture Zaragoza Shopping Zaragoza Theme Parks Zaragoza Golf Parque Atracciones Zaragoza Parks Zaragoza Museums Historic Attractions Zaragoza City Zones Roman Theatre Museum Roman Baths Museum Goya Museum Museum of Zaragoza Misericordia Bullring La Seo Cathedral Don Pedro de Luna Palace Zaragoza Cuisine Zaragoza Transport Zaragoza University Zaragoza Accommodation Zaragoza 1* Hotels Zaragoza 2* Hotels Zaragoza 3* Hotels Zaragoza 4* Hotels Zaragoza 5* Hotels Borja Figueruelas Carinena Mequinenza Caspe Aljaferia Palace, Aljaferia Fortification, Zaragoza, Aragon, Spain

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