Medina Azahara
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José Luis
About this spot
Medina Azahara, also known as Madinat al-Zahra, is an archaeological site of a vast, palatial city built in the mid-10th century by the Umayyad Caliph Abd ar-Rahman III outside Cordoba, Spain. The city was intended to serve as the caliph's new capital and a symbol of his power and cultural achievement in al-Andalus. Its construction began in 936 or 940 and was named after the caliph's favorite wife, Azahara. The site featured opulent buildings, gardens, and water features, showcasing the splendor of Islamic art and architecture of the period. However, Medina Azahara was short-lived; it was sacked during civil unrest in 1010, leading to its abandonment. Today, the ruins of Medina Azahara are a significant historical and archaeological site, providing insight into the grandeur of Islamic Spain and its cultural and architectural advancements.
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