Puerta del Vino, City gate in Granada, Spain
The Puerta del Vino is a city gate in Granada, Spain, that connects the Alcazaba fortress with the palace area. It features a pointed horseshoe arch with a band of reddish bricks, a panel of blue, white and green glazed tiles above, and jambs resting on pale stone blocks.
Built in the early 14th century under Sultan Muhammad III, it is one of the oldest structures in the Alhambra. The eastern facade was decorated after 1367 during the reign of Muhammad V.
The name comes from the wine that was stored here tax-free for the Alhambra from 1556. Today, visitors can see the carved key on the arch and the decorative tiles that reflect Nasrid craftsmanship.
The gate is part of the Alhambra complex, so you need a ticket to enter. It is best visited in the morning or late afternoon when the light is softer and there are fewer people.
The gate originally served as the main entrance to the medina of the Alhambra, the residential and artisan quarter. Inside, there are benches that were used by the guard who controlled the passage.
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