Moorish Collection (page 9)

The traditional fishing village of Ferragudo. Algarve, Portugal

The 12th century mighty Templar castle of Almourol at sunset. Portugal

The 13th century castle and walled village of Campo Maior. Alentejo, Portugal

The beach of Carvoeiro at dusk. Algarve, Portugal

Portugal, Lisbon, View of the Sao Jorge Castle

Europe, Portugal, Alentejo, Moorish streets in Monsaraz

Europe, Portugal, Alentejo, Monsaraz, the medieval and Moorish centre of the town

Torre del Oro (Tower of Gold) and river Guadalquivir at dusk, Seville, province of Seville, Andalusia, Spain

Puerta del Leaon (Gate of the Lion), Royal Alcazars of Seville, Seville, province
Puerta del LeAon (Gate of the Lion), Royal Alcazars of Seville, Seville, province of Seville, Andalusia, Spain

Overview of Albaicain neighborhood, Granada, province of Granada, Andalusia, Spain
Overview of AlbaicAin neighborhood, Granada, province of Granada, Andalusia, Spain

The Court of la Acequia, Generalife Palace, Granada, province of Granada, Andalusia, Spain

An arched gate in Generalife Palace, Granada, province of Granada, Andalusia, Spain

Basilica of Our Lady of Copacabana, elevated view, Copacabana, La Paz Department, Bolivia

The iconic cruise ship Queen Mary II on the Tagus river facing the traditional moorish Alfama district. Lisbon, Portugal

Torre del Oro (Tower of Gold) at sunset, Seville, province of Seville, Andalusia, Spain

Spain, Andalucia, Sevilla, the Alacazar (Reales Alcazares de Sevilla) listed as World Heritage by UNESCO, arcades decorated with stucco in the ambassadors lounge (Salon de Embajadores)

Sultan Abdul Samad Building, Merdeka Square, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

View at the Alhambra from Albaicin, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Granada, Andalusia, Spain

Venice, Veneto, Italy. Blue moorish door in a narrow street

Granada, Spain. The Alhambra is one of the most famous monuments of Islamic architecture. Nasrid Palace

Seville, Spain. Plaza de Espana. It was built in 1928 for the Ibero-American Exposition of 1929

Sintra, Portugal. Old Portuguese tiles with Moorish influence

The National Palace in Sintra, Portugal

Djenan-el-Mufti, Algiers (b/w photo)
CLF294267 Djenan-el-Mufti, Algiers (b/w photo) by Evans, Frederick Henry (1853-1943); (add.info.: designed by Gertrude Jekyll (1843-1932);); © Country Life

El Bardo (b/w photo)
CLF294275 El Bardo (b/w photo) by Evans, Frederick Henry (1853-1943); © Country Life

Palace of The Moorish Kings, Grenada

A Moorish House, Bayberry Point, Bay Shore, Long Island, USA. Date: circa 1908

Plaza de Espana, Sevilla, Spain Date: circa 1930s

Morocco - A Moorish Cafe scene. Date: circa 1910s

Expulsion of the Moriscos from Spain - order of Philip III
Expulsion of the Moriscos from Spain by order of King Philip III in 1609 after debate in the Council of State. It was decided to expel the Moriscos on 9 April 1609, which the king approved

Legend of the Moor's Last Sigh. After the conquest of the Nasrid Kingdom of Granada, the Muslim king Boabdil and his entourage were exiled from the city in 1492

El Bardo (b/w photo)
CLF294273 El Bardo (b/w photo) by Evans, Frederick Henry (1853-1943); © Country Life

El Bardo, Algeria (b/w photo)
CLF294271 El Bardo, Algeria (b/w photo) by Evans, Frederick Henry (1853-1943); © Country Life

Tower of Comares and view of the Albaicin, Alhambra, Grenada
Tower of Comares (Torre de Comares) and view of the Albaicin - Alhambra Palace, Grenada, Spain Date: circa 1930s

A Moorish Market
An oil painting of a market populated mainly by citizens of a town in north Africa, of the Muslim faith. Date: circa 1921

Old Moorish Castle, Gibraltar Date: circa 1900

Office of Suez Canal Company, Ismailia, Egypt

Victory of Heraclius over the Saracens. Miniature. Le Miroir
Victory of Heraclius over the Saracens. Fol. 65v. Miniature in Le Miroir Historial by Vincent de Beauvais (c.1190-c.1264). French school. 15th century. Conde Museum. Castle of Chantilly. France

Djenan-el-Mufti, Algiers (b/w photo)
CLF294266 Djenan-el-Mufti, Algiers (b/w photo) by Evans, Frederick Henry (1853-1943); (add.info.: designed by Gertrude Jekyll (1843-1932);); © Country Life

Fountain court, Djenan-el-Mufti, Algiers (b/w photo)
CLF294265 Fountain court, Djenan-el-Mufti, Algiers (b/w photo) by Evans, Frederick Henry (1853-1943); (add.info.: designed by Gertrude Jekyll (1843-1932);); © Country Life

Horseman with sword, costume design for Le Carrousel des Galants Maures, 1686 (w/c on paper)
BLT307845 Horseman with sword, costume design for Le Carrousel des Galants Maures, 1686 (w/c on paper) by Berain, Jean I (the Elder) (1640-1711); Bibliotheque de l'Institut de France, Paris

Modern Christians in the Palace of the Ancient Moorish Kings, Alhambra;An Autumn Tour in Andalusia Creator
Modern Christians in the Palace of the Ancient Moorish Kings, Alhambra; An Autumn Tour in Andalusia, 1875. [Tourist chipping off part of the wall decoration as a souvenir]

Arabs defending the city of Mallorca from attack by King James I the Conqueror in 1229
IND364409 Arabs defending the city of Mallorca from attack by King James I the Conqueror in 1229, fragment of The Conquest of Mallorca

The Court of the Alhambra, 1871 (oil on canvas)
IND113046 The Court of the Alhambra, 1871 (oil on canvas) by Fortuny y Carbo (Fortuny i Marsal), Mariano Jose Maria Bernardo (1838-74); Museo Dali, Figueres, Spain; Index Fototeca

The capture of the fortress of Montefrio by Gonzalo Fernandez de Cordoba, 1838 (oil on canvas)
702236 The capture of the fortress of Montefrio by Gonzalo Fernandez de Cordoba, 1838 (oil on canvas) by Madrazo, Jose de (1781-1859); Alcazar, Segovia

The Catholic Monarchs and the tribute of the Arab princes (oil on canvas)
IND368806 The Catholic Monarchs and the tribute of the Arab princes (oil on canvas) by Rodriguez, Antonio (1765-1823); Prado, Madrid

The Battle of Guadalete detail of the escape of the Goths from the command of King Roderic in the presence of
IND113052 The Battle of Guadalete detail of the escape of the Goths from the command of King Roderic in the presence of the Muslim cavalry of Tarik Ibn Ziyad

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"Moorish Magic: Exploring the Rich Cultural Heritage of North Africa and Beyond" Immerse yourself in the enchanting world culture as we take you on a journey through time and across continents. From the mesmerizing moves of a Moorish belly dancer in Algeria to the vibrant Tagine pots found in Tangier, Morocco, every aspect is an invitation to delve into this captivating civilization. Picture No. 11014350 captures the breathtaking beauty of Carvoeiro beach at dusk in Algarve, Portugal - a place where Moorish influences can still be felt today. The Surrender of Granada in 1492 depicted in an oil painting from 1882 reminds us of the historical significance that marked the end of Muslim rule on the Iberian Peninsula. Azulejos, intricate ceramic tiles found throughout La Alhambra in Granada, Andalucia, Spain showcase exquisite craftsmanship passed down through generations. These colorful mosaics tell stories with their intricate designs and are a testament to Moorish artistry. Traveling further afield, Mitchell's Corn Palace stands as an unexpected tribute to Moorish architecture right here in Mitchell, South Dakota, USA. Its grandeur echoes elements seen within Court of Machuca at Comares Palace and Comares Tower within UNESCO World Heritage Site - Alhambra. The iconic Alhambra palace with its reflecting pool offers visitors a glimpse into one of Spain's most treasured landmarks nestled amidst Sierra Nevada mountains. This UNESCO World Heritage Site showcases architectural marvels that have stood for centuries. As we explore these diverse locations connected by their shared heritage, it becomes clear that Moorish influence has left an indelible mark on our global cultural tapestry. Join us as we celebrate this rich legacy spanning from North Africa to Europe and beyond.