Fountain de los Leones, Marble fountain in Alhambra Palace, Granada, Spain
The fountain features twelve marble lions arranged in a circle, supporting a large alabaster basin that distributes water through their mouths.
Muhammad V commissioned the fountain during the Nasrid Dynasty in the 14th century as a centerpiece for the Court of the Lions palace complex.
The lions represent Islamic artistic principles, incorporating geometric patterns and architectural elements typical of Moorish design in medieval Spain.
Visitors can access the fountain daily through guided tours of the Alhambra, with advance reservations required during peak summer months.
Each lion displays individual characteristics in its carved features, creating distinct expressions despite following similar artistic patterns.
Location: Centro
Location: Granada
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
GPS coordinates: 37.17710,-3.58927
Latest update: March 7, 2025 09:01
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