Plaza de Bib-Rambla

"Plaza de Bib-Rambla, known as Bibarrambla amongst locals, is one the city’s oldest most ancient and transformed spots. As the first square of the old Medina Garnata in Nasrid times, it has remained intact through the centuries as Granada’s main square, serving as the setting and silent witness of Muslim bazaars, medieval jousts, bullfights, acts of faith, public executions, popular celebrations and Corpus Christi processions. As the centre of social and business activity, Bib-Rambla is the closest thing the city has to a Castilian main square. It currently stands out for its Gigantones Fountain, a permanent flower market that sells an array of varieties, depending on the season, and many restaurants and cafes, where churros with hot chocolate are customary. The Arabic name of the square hints at its origin: Bib-Rambla (Sand Gate) refers to its proximity to the sandy bank of the Darro River, which at the time flowed openly throughout the medina’s city centre. Bib-Rambla Gate, located on the wall along the western side of the square, was the main entrance to the lively area where merchants sold their goods in stands. Christians later referred to it as Arco de las Orejas (Arch of the Ears) because it is believed that the mutilated body parts of criminals condemned by justice were put on display here. An interesting fact is that although the gate was disassembled in the last quarter of the 19th century, the architect who restored the Alhambra, Leopoldo Torres Balbás, rebuilt the door in 1933 on the Paseo de las Alamedas that leads to the Nasrid fortress, where it remains today."

"This is one of Granada's most popular squares. Come here for amazing restaurants, the vibes, and the best souvenir stores. "