Located in the southeaster border of Granada, Spain, Alhambra was one of the best-conserved Arabian palaces. The name Alhambra was derived from the Arabic word Alhamra, which translates to the colour red. Monarchs of the time knew this palace as al-Qasr al-Hamra (the red palace). The hill on which the palace was built upon was a reddish colour. During the afternoon prayer time, Asr, the palace appeared red.

During the mid fourteenth century, Alhambra was the place of residence for the Moorish Monarchs of Granada. The Nastrid Emirs built the Alhambra, but its architect is unknown. Currently, Alhambra is a museum exhibiting the exquisite Islamic architecture of the mid-fourteenth century.