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Zellij in Mexuar
This style of mosaic tilework is called zellij. Charles V was not only King of Spain, but also Holy Roman Emperor, Archduke of Austria, and Lord of the Netherlands. Maybe I missed some titles. Anyway, the double-headed eagle represents the Holy Roman Empire. -
Mosaic in Nasrid palace
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More mosaic
Mosaic in Comares Palace, part of the Nasrid Palaces. Begun by Isma'il in the early 13th century and modified by Yusuf I and Muhammad V. -
Zellij in Alhambra
More wonderful zellij pattern in the palace. -
Granada
The streets look pretty even when the shops and restaurants are closed. -
Frangipani!
I just love frangipani (plumeria)!