Al Andalus Pictures, Images and Stock Photos

Steel engraving of The Battle of Tours ( 10 October 732 ) also called the Battle of Poitiers, marked the victory of the Frankish and Burgundian forces under Charles Martel over the invasion forces of the Umayyad Caliphate led by Abdul Rahman Al Ghafiqi, Governor-General of al-Andalus Original edition from my own archives Source : "Allgemeine Weltgeschichte" 1898

Spain Square or Plaza de Espana in Seville in the sunny summer day, Andalusia, Spain. Flower beds, bridges and channel in the foreground

"The Alhambra complex viewed from the square of San NicolA!s. The buildings of the medieval Nasrid Palace (or Palcios NazarA-es, Royal Palace) and 17th century Palacio de Carlos V occupy the left and centre middle ground while the medieval Alcazaba (or Kasbah) and its Torre del Homenaje are on the right. The snow-capped Sierra Nevada mountains rise in the background. The Alhambra (or Al Qal'a al-Hamra, meaning 'the red fort', or aEthe red oneaa) remains one of Europe's finest building and dominates the city of Granada in Spain's Andalucia (or al-Andalus) region."

Badajoz, Spain - April 4th, 2020: Ibn Marwan statue nameplate, founder of Badajoz, Extremadura, Spain. Sculpted by Estanislao Garcia, 2003

Arabic painting of the Mosque of Cordoba in Córdoba, Andalusia, Spain

One of several gates that provide access from the Calle Torrijos into the Mezquita (Great Mosque) in the city of C

Built in 1929 for the Fair of the Americas, the Plaza de Espa

"The exquisite carved stone Patio de las Doncellas (Patio of the Maidens), the heart of the Real Alc"

Zellige (or zillij or zellij) tiles decorate the Patio de las Doncellas (Patio of the Maidens) in the heart of the Real Alc

Malaga, Spain - May 18, 2019: Taifa palace at Alcazaba Fortress - Malaga, Andalusia, Spain

"Built in 1929 for the Fair of the Americas, the Plaza de Espa"

"The Patio Principal, part of the Casa de Pilatos, Seville, Spain. Built by the MarquAs de Tarifa after 1519, the mansion is a mix of Gothic, Renaissance and MudAjar styles. The Patio Principal is a fine example of the MudAjar style developed by Muslims that remained in Spain after the Christian re-conquest in the 15th century. The name Pilatos is a reference to the mansionaas supposed resemblance to the house of Pontius Pilate. Capital city of the province that bears its name, Sevilla is part of Spain's Andalucia (or al-Andalus) region."

High square, Badajoz, Spain (Plaza Alta)

General view of the entrance of the Great Mosque of Paris, France, at the foot of the 33-meter high minaret, with the star and crescent above the doorway against blue sky.

Chefchaouen Street with pots

ruins of the Muslim city of Madinat al-Zahraruins of the Muslim city of Madinat al-Zahra

Court of the orange trees taken from porticoed surrounding area. Great Mosque of Cordoba, Andalusia, Spain

Roman bridge of Cordova. Placed on the river The Guadalquivir to his step along Cordova. Acquaintance like " the Old Bridge " was the only bridge with which it counted the city for 20 centuries

Spain Square or Plaza de Espana in Seville , Andalusia, Spain.

View through the arches decorated with moorish ornaments on the entrance portal of Comares Palace (Palacio de Comares), part of the Nasrid palaces, Alhambra de Granada UNESCO World Heritage Site, Granada, Andalusia, Spain

Espantaperros Tower is the most outstanding of the Albarran towers of the Arab Citadel and one of the most characteristic symbols of Badajoz, Spain

Castle and Mosque Hermitage of the Virgen de Gracia in Archidona at sunset. Anadalucía, Spain

Famous Bell Tower named Giralda in landmark catholic Cathedral Saint Mary of the See in the morning, Seville, Andalusia, Spain

Torre del Oro, Seville, Spain. Military watchtower erected in order to control access to Seville via the Guadalquivir river

"One of the Pueblos Blancos (White Towns) that occupy the hills that rise behind the coast, Grazalema features the whitewashed houses, narrow streets and red tile roofs that are characteristic of the region. Grazalema is located within C"

Paris, France - June 23, 2020: Eastern side of the Great Mosque of Paris with the entrance of the tea room on the right, the dome of the prayer hall with green tiles and the top of the minaret.

Bronze arabic astrolabe, isolated over black background

"Perhaps the most spectacular building in Seville, the Giralda was built as a minaret in the 12th century during the Moorish occupation. Renaissance-style galleries and the four stage belfry were added in the 16th century. Capital city of the province that bears its name, Sevilla is part of Spain's Andalucia (or al-Andalus) region."

"Built in the early 16th century, the building was conceived as a monastery and church and became a convent only in the 20th century. The building, which is decorated in the Renaissance style, stands on the edge of the historic centre of Granada in Spain's Andalucia (or al-Andalus) region."

Wide angle exterior shot of Hassan II Mosque in a cloudy day. Casablanca, Morocco.

Low angle view of the minaret of the Great Mosque of Paris, seen in backlight from the paradise garden with an imposing sculpted doorway on the left and the star and crescent on the right.

Spectacular views of the swamp, village and mountains of Iznajar in Cordoba, Spain

Comares cityscape. White village up on the hill of Malaga mountains, Andalusia, Spain. Panoramic view

Medieval castle located on top of the town of Iznajar, in the province of Cordoba, Andalusia, Spain.

"Built as part of the AlcA!zaraas fortifications in 1220 by the Muslim Amohads, the Torre del Oro (Tower of Gold) was later the repository of gold brought back from the Americas. Capital city of the province that bears its name, Sevilla is part of Spain's Andalucia (or al-Andalus) region."

"The Patio Principal, part of the Casa de Pilatos, Seville, Spain. Built by the MarquAs de Tarifa after 1519, the mansion is a mix of Gothic, Renaissance and MudAjar styles. The Patio Principal is a fine example of the MudAjar style developed by Muslims that remained in Spain after the Christian re-conquest in the 15th century. The name Pilatos is a reference to the mansionaas supposed resemblance to the house of Pontius Pilate. Capital city of the province that bears its name, Sevilla is part of Spain's Andalucia (or al-Andalus) region."

The Alcazaba overlooks the town and bay of Almeria. It was of great stategic and economic importance in the Middle Ages

Medieval checkers or draughts. Board game made with old Midde Ages muslim and christian coins

Way to Alhambra park in Granada in Spain Cuesta de gomerez climb

Alhambra Granada Spain - 09 14 2021: Detailed view at the Patio entrance hall to the Nasrid Palaces, inside the fortress complex of the Alhambra citadel

"The Patio Principal, part of the Casa de Pilatos, Seville, Spain. Built by the MarquAs de Tarifa after 1519, the mansion is a mix of Gothic, Renaissance and MudAjar styles. The Patio Principal is a fine example of the MudAjar style developed by Muslims that remained in Spain after the Christian re-conquest in the 15th century. The name Pilatos is a reference to the mansionaas supposed resemblance to the house of Pontius Pilate. Capital city of the province that bears its name, Sevilla is part of Spain's Andalucia (or al-Andalus) region."

High angle shot of a common narrow lane painted blue in Chefchaouen mountain village, also called by the Blue Pearl or the Blue town. Morocco.

Calatrava la Vieja (formerly just Calatrava) is a medieval site and original nucleus of the Order of Calatrava. It is now part of the Archaeological Parks (Parques Arqueológicos) of the Community of Castile-La Mancha (Spain). Situated at Carrión de Calatrava, Calatrava during the High Middle Ages was the only important city in the Guadiana River valley.

Silver dirhams from Cordoba Caliphate period, Al-Hakam II rule, 962 AC. Isolated

Spain Square or Plaza de Espana in Seville in the sunny summer day, Andalusia, Spain. Paving stone pattern and fountain in the foreground, horse-drawn carriages in the distance

"The main facade of the Palacio Pedro I overlooks the Patio de MonterA-a, part of Sevilleaas Real AlcA!zar (Royal palace or fortress), Spain. The facade is a unique example of the MudAjar style developed by Muslims that remained in Spain after the Christian re-conquest in the 15th century. Capital city of the province that bears its name, Sevilla is part of Spain's Andalucia (or al-Andalus) region."

Dirham. Ancient Muslim silver coin of medieval times. Coined in Al-Andalus.

Elevated view of the galleries of the Patio of the Irrigation Ditch (Patio de la Acequia) at the Generalife Palace (Palacio de Generalife), with the Alhambra fortification in the distance, Alhambra de Granada UNESCO World Heritage Site, Granada, Andalusia, Spain

Passenger airliner overflyes The Giralda Tower. Seville, Andalusia, Spain

Famous Bell Tower named Giralda and Cathedral Saint Mary of the See at night, Seville, Andalusia, Spain

An arabesque wall from the Alhambra in Grenada, Andalusia, Spain. Plenty of detail.

Scene around historic city of Granada, Spain