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Introduction to Alhambra and the Palace of the Lions00:00:00

The Alhambra Palace in Granada, Spain, is unimaginable without its fountains and gardens. To truly understand its history, one must visit the Palace of the Lions, a beautiful blend of Moorish artistic styles.

Construction and Features of the Fountain of Lions00:00:18

Built by Sultan Muhammad V between 1362 and 1391 during his second reign, the palace features a marble fountain supported by 12 lions that spout water. This system was considered an engineering marvel in the 14th century, demonstrating a complex water system.

The Fountain as a Water Clock and Recent Discoveries00:00:38

The fountain originally functioned as a water clock, with each lion spouting water to indicate a specific hour. Restoration work in 2010 revealed fascinating information about the fountain's engineering and its water supply, which was independent of the channels supplying other Alhambra fountains.

Commemorative Coin00:01:02

In 2011, the Court of the Lions was featured on a limited edition two-euro commemorative coin in Spain.