La Aljafería, Palacio de la Aljafería Audio Guide
Explore La Aljafería, Palacio de la Aljafería with Stanza's GPS-triggered offline audio guide.
About the Tour
The Aljafería is a fortified medieval Islamic palace built during the second half of the 11th century in Zaragoza, Spain. It served as a residence for Muslim rulers, then a royal palace for Aragonese kings, and currently houses the Aragonese regional parliament.
What you will hear
The Courtyard of Saint Martin
Explores the first interior courtyard and the palatine chapel, representing the Christian adaptation of the palace in the 14th century.
The Portal of Saint Martin
This entrance features the hallmark of Mudéjar art: intricate geometric brickwork and the heraldic symbols of the Kingdom of Aragon.
The Islamic Palace: Golden Hall and Mosque
Highlights the spiritual and political center of the Taifa era, featuring the private mosque and the entrance to the royal throne room.
The Golden Hall Portico
This sophisticated triple-arched entrance once shone with vibrant colors, bridging the styles of early Syrian palaces and the Alhambra.
The Private Mosque
This small, exquisitely decorated oratory provided the Islamic monarchs with a private space for prayer and spiritual reflection.
The Palace of the Catholic Monarchs
Showcases the 15th-century expansion built by Ferdinand and Isabella, highlighting the transition to Renaissance style while retaining Mudéjar craftsmanship.
Corridor of the Catholic Monarchs
Heraldry and the 'Tanto Monta' motto in this corridor celebrate the unification of Spain under Ferdinand and Isabella.
The Throne Room
The grand finale of the royal visit, featuring the spectacular gold-leaf coffered ceiling and the motto of the Catholic Monarchs.
Coffered Ceiling of the Throne Room of the Catholic Monarchs' Palace
One of the world's finest examples of Mudéjar woodcraft, this ceiling features gilded pine cones and complex star patterns.
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