Highlights of Granada: Real Chancilleria

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In Granada, the "Real Chancilleria"/(Real Chancellorship) is a favorite site for tourists to visit.  This building is very distinctive and offers tourists an amazing view into Spanish architecture.  A website from Granada describes the building in this way:

"The Real Chancilleria, Granada is the high court of the city. So, while entering it you will find armed guards protecting the monument of justice. There are metal detectors in the entrance fro extra security of the high court.

Before serving as the high court, the Real Chancilleria, Granada used to be the prison house and the house of justice in the renaissance period. It is almost the same age as the Plaza Nueva, where it is situated. It was designed by Diego de Siloe, in the 1530s when the Plaza was built.

The Real Chancilleria, Granada is one of the most popular sightseeing spots for the tourists. There are two galleries in the inner side of the courtyard – the lower courtyard and the upper courtyard. The lower part of the courtyard is encircled by arches in the shape of half-barrel. They have been supported by marble Doric columns. There is a cornice and a stone balustrade in the upper gallery. The cornice of this gallery is decorated by carved leaves. The features of the building are very similar to that of the methods of imparting justice in those days. The dungeon, which was a very important part of meeting out justice, is located under the main stairs of the Real Chancilleria, Granada."(http://www.asiarooms.com/en/travel-guide/spain/grenada/sightseeing-in-granada/real-chancilleria.html)

Enjoy my photos of this historic building in Granada.