Palacio de la Aljaferia: Jewel of Islamic Al-Andalus in Aragon

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Discover the magnificent Palacio de la Aljaferia, an 11th-century Islamic palace built during the Taifa period and the finest surviving example of that era's architecture in Spain. Originally constructed as a pleasure palace for the Muslim rulers of Zaragoza, it showcases stunning Moorish craftsmanship with its ornate arches, intricate stucco work, and beautiful courtyards. Over the centuries it served as a royal residence for the Catholic Monarchs and even housed the Aragonese Inquisition. Today, recognised as a UNESCO World Heritage mudéjar monument, it proudly stands as the seat of the Cortes of Aragon, blending a millennium of history within a single extraordinary building.