Hall of the Kings (Granada)

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  Camelia Emilia Dujko

  The entrance to this hall is from the front of the Lion's courtyard through three porticoes with triple arches ornamented with "mocarabes" and pierced diamonds or rhombs supported by thin columns. The Hall of the Kings is the most emblematic chamber of the Palace of the Lions . It was an area used for relaxation and leisure, structured around a large vestibular hall, more than 30m long, that was reserved for summertime receptions and celebrations. The hall is divided in seven parts: three square rooms, separated by two rectangular sections, and alcoves at both ends of the hall. The square rooms are closed by cupolas with "muqarbas" and double arches lead to the rectangular sections. These sections also have vaults embellished with "muqarbas", as the alcoves. The paintings at this hall are located on three wooden cupolas with elliptical shape and covered or lined with leather. The central painting shows the ten first kings of the Nazarie dynasty (except the usurpers Ismail I and Mohamed VI). These images have given the Hall of the Kings its name.

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