The Alcázar de los Reyes Cristianos is a medieval fortress in Cordoba, Spain. It was built in the 14th century by King Alfonso XI of Castile and was later used by the Catholic Monarchs as their residence when they conquered the city in 1236. The fortress has been used for various purposes over the years, including a military garrison, a prison, and a headquarters for the Spanish Inquisition.
The Alcázar features impressive gardens, including the Garden of the Ambassadors, which is a rectangular pool surrounded by columns and arches, and the Moorish-style garden of the Courtyard of the Orange Trees, which features fountains and fragrant orange trees. The fortress also houses a museum that displays Roman mosaics, artifacts from the Spanish Inquisition, and a collection of medieval Islamic ceramics.
Visitors to the Alcázar can explore the towers, courtyards, and gardens of the fortress, and can learn about the history of the site through guided tours and informational exhibits. The Alcázar is a popular tourist destination in Cordoba and is considered to be one of the city’s most significant landmarks.