The best view just out of sight...
/When you come to Granada an ABSOLUTE must is to go to the St. Nicolas overlook. You see a beautiful view of the Alhambra, a complex of Roman, Moorish and Royal Palaces. While I will write about this beautiful place later, I wanted to talk about an alternative to the St. Nicolas overlook.
Tucked away a little to the left side of the overlook when looking at the Alhambra is a contemporary Mosque. Built in 2003, this Mosque is a representation of the opening of this country to other cultures. I am not going to discuss religious politics here, but rather the beauty and peace that this place has. For more about its history, see this site:
When you walk inside, you see a beautiful Carmen garden, complete with a fountain and doves enjoying the space. Not to mention the spectacular view of the Alhambra. The mosque is free and open to the public, but has limited hours and asks that viewers dress modestly while on the complex. There is a small coffee shop with pastries and other items. Get a coffee, take a seat and enjoy the space. If you are lucky, you might even hear a live call to prayer. Maybe even consider the history of the neighborhood and the long past of this culturally rich country.
