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Casa Morisca is situated in the historic district of the lower Albayzin
at the foot of the Alhambra. This old Moorish quarter of Granada, with a
maze of typical narrow streets and Unesco's Patrimony of the World
status. It is also close to the street along the river Darro, giving
easy access to the City Centre.
The patio preserves its original Morisco pool and on all four sides
there are galleries supported by pilasters and columns. This ancient
interior was given a new street façade in the 17th Century. Morisco is
the name given to the Muslims who stayed on in Granada after conquest.
Casa Morisca, offers accommodation with a unique flavor within a grand
old house dating back to the end of the 15th Century.
All the magic and charm of the Alhambra are reflected in Morisco houses
and can be enjoyed here: stucco-work arches, panels of original Morisco
colored tiles and multicolored wooden ceilings. The breakfast room has
an impressive barrel vault of brickwork and the patio garden is a
delightful place to have a drink while enjoying a superb view of the
great Comares Tower of the Alhambra.
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