We walked up the bell tower at Iglesia de San Nicolás for some of the best views of Granada and the Alhambra.

Inside, the church has a glowing stained-glass ceiling that radiates with celestial color. The iconographic paintings echo Ethiopian Christian tradition with saints, symbols, and stories.

Two smiling people posing between whitewashed walls with a stunning panoramic view of the Alhambra in the background, perched on a lush hill above the city of Granada. The late afternoon sunlight casts a golden hue over the fortress and surrounding town, while mountains stretch along the horizon.Close-up view of the Alhambra’s reddish stone walls and towers, surrounded by dense greenery. The mountains in the distance and the clear blue sky enhance the dramatic setting of the historic Moorish palace and fortress.Interior of a chapel with a vivid, modern stained-glass ceiling in swirling colors, set above ribbed Gothic-style arches. Below, religious artwork and sculptures are displayed near an altar, blending traditional and contemporary elements.Upward view of a tall white bell tower with small arched openings, capped by a red-tiled roof. The clean lines and bright stucco façade contrast sharply against the deep blue sky.Vibrant religious mural depicting saints and holy figures in stylized, symmetrical arrangements. Rich gold and red tones, along with intricate patterns, highlight the iconographic Ethiopian Christian art style.Religious mural showing a group of saints and apostles surrounding the Virgin Mary, with flames of Pentecost above their heads and a white dove at the top symbolizing the Holy Spirit. Bold lines and bright, flat colors define the stylized iconography.Detailed view of a vivid stained-glass dome ceiling, composed of triangular panels radiating from a central point. The abstract artwork features a mix of bright blues, purples, and reds, creating a celestial effect against the Gothic architecture.Wide shot of the Alhambra complex on a wooded hill, with its full array of palaces, towers, and defensive walls clearly visible. The foreground includes white buildings and cypress trees of the Albaicín neighborhood, with the Sierra Nevada mountains in the distance.Bell tower made of pale brick and stone, viewed from a low angle against a clear sky. The red-tiled roof and architectural details highlight the Moorish and Andalusian influences typical of the area.Close-up of a white brick bell tower with a pair of arched openings near the top and Arabic calligraphy-style ornamentation just below the roof. The warm evening light accentuates the texture of the walls and wooden roof beams.