FOUNTAIN
THE ALHAMBRA PALACE, GRANADA, SPAIN
IMAGE NUMBER 677
Completed towards the end of Muslim rule of Spain by Yusuf I (1333–1353), the Alhambra is a reflection of the culture of the last centuries ofMoorish rule. The Alhambra integrates natural site qualities with constructed structures and gardens, and is a testament to Moorish culture in Spain. The literal translation of Alhambra, "the red (female)," reflects the color of the red clay of the surroundings of which the fort is made. The buildings of the Alhambra were originally whitewashed; however, the buildings as seen today are reddish. The decoration within the palace comes from the last great period of Andalusian art in Granada. The Alhambra is a UNESCO world heritage site. Access to the main palace is limited to 300 people per hour; bookings need to be made in advance.
TECHNICAL NOTES
The image was taken with a hand-heldPhase One 645 Camera at ISO 200. Exposure of 1/125 of a second and an aperture of f11. 45 mm Phase One wide angle lens with focal plane shutter. The image was captured on a Phase One IQ180 80 megapixel digital back. The image has been cropped and straightened using Capture One.