U.S. News Insider Tip: The best way to visit the Alhambra is with a private guide. There's a lot to see, not to mention a complicated history. Lolita's Tours is one company that offers these small ...

What does Alhambra mean in Arabic?: "Alhambra" comes from the Arabic "al-Ḥamrā", which means "the red one", referring to the reddish tone of its walls at sunset. Acoustics: The Nasrid ...