Drought in southern Spain threatens famous palace of Algambra

A decrease in the level of precipitation forced the power of the municipality of Granada in the south of Spain to tighten the regulation of water in the area of ​​the famous architectural and park ensemble of Algam and

Algambra includes ancient palaces, fortress and gardens of Muslim rulers and is considered the highest achievement of Mauritan architects in Western Europe. Currently, the complex is a museum of Islamic art and culture, which is annually visited by millions of tourists from all over the world.

The name “Algambra” is literally translated from Arabic as “Red Castle”. Some associate this with the color of the sun dried by the sun, from which palaces are built.

Algambra’s board announced that “would not allow loss and drops of water”, including when watering adjacent parks, which are considered a favorite vacation spot for residents and guests of the region.

drought caused serious damage and farmers of the southern regions of the Pyrenee Peninsula.

The water level in the largest reservoir of the region – Los Bermehales sank to a critically low level – 18 percent.

The Spanish government announced on May 11 that in order to support the economy against the backdrop of drought, assistance will be allocated in the amount of 2.19 billion euros. Moreover, 636 million euros from this amount will be provided to direct farmers.