The
impressive Alhambra in Granada in Spain was originally built for
military purposes, but it also held the function of a Christian court in
1492.
Later,
various structures were built including garrisons, a church and a
Franciscan monastery.
During the 18th century and part of the 19th, the
castle fell into disrepair and many of the rooms held the new purpose of
dungheaps and taverns that were frequented by thieves.
Thankfully
the rose-hued castle was named a national monument in 1870.
After that
it was restored and preserved over the years.
In 1984 it was made a
Unesco World Heritage site and is a popular tourist attraction
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