Aljafería Palace, Zaragoza

Admire the finest example of Spanish Islamic Architecture in the Aljafería Palace. The attractions feature a mix of Romanesque, Gothic, Islamic, and Mudejar styles of architecture. Take a glance at some of its most attractive sections, including the roofs, coffered ceilings and plasterwork decoration. 

Explore the different majestic sections of the palace, including the Troubadour Tower and the Courtyard of the Santa Isabel. Also, marvel at the magnificent halls showcasing the astonishing architecture.

Witness the beauty of the Golden Hall or Throne Room, the main room of the Aljafería Palace. It is a marble hall that showcases complex geometric designs and exquisite multifoil arches with alabaster pillars.

The Hall’s roof through the eastern bedroom door features the yeseria-decorated bow intrados. Also, take a look at the ceiling and wooden panels adorned with a replica of the sky. Moreover, you can visit a small mosque or private oratory at the Golden Hall's eastern entrance portico.

Explore the Troubadour Tower, which is a defensive structure and also the oldest part of the Aljafería Palace. The tower has five levels and a quadrangular base, which dates back to the end of the 9th century CE.

These buildings' arches represent traditional Christian architecture due to their support for flat wooden roofs and slight pointiness. Be amazed by the exterior, which appears as a huge prism, and does not show the division of the five internal floors.

Stroll in the Chapel of San Martín to relax yourself away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. The chapel features a Gothic-Mudéjar style of architecture and comprises two naves, each with three parts. The naves have rib vaults resting on bondstones and pointed arches.

In addition, the walls and pillars were restored and plastered in a Neoclassical design in the 18th century. While restructuring, the nave was placed in the front, covering the Mudéjar portal.

Immerse yourself in the fresh air and peaceful environment of the Courtyard of the Santa Isabel in the palace. It's an open area and lush green gardens are perfect for a serene escape from daily life.

You can walk through the marble floors in the corridors surrounded by flower gardens. The pool to the north was covered with a wood floor in the 14th century, while the original pool to the south has been well-preserved.