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Muslim Madrid

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Did you know that Madrid was originally founded by Mohammed I of Cordoba as a line of defence against Christian invaders to the north? While the citadel was eventually conquered by Alfonso VI in 1083, only the ruling classes and military of Al-Andaluz were forced to flee. Muslim citizens stayed on in a morería for centuries. Starting where the original fortress was built, this tour follows the fate of the city's Islamic community from when Madrid was part of Al-Andalus up until the forced conversions of 1502.
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Departure Point

Pl. de Ote., 28013 Madrid, Spain By the statue of Philip IV (on horseback). I'll be on the side closest to the Opera House (Teatro Real) holding up a grey umbrella with pink polka dots on it.

Return Details

Pl. de los Carros, Centro, 28005 Madrid, Spain We finish close to La Latina metro.

  • Plaza de Oriente, Madrid, Spain
    We will travel underground to discover the remains of a 10th century watchtower built in the time of Al-Andaluz.
    5 minutes
  • Church of St. Nicholas of the Servitas (San Nicolas de las Servitas), Madrid, Spain
    Here we can get a glimpse of the work of mudejar artisans who created the 12th century tower of Madrid´s oldest church.
    5 minutes
  • Iglesia de San Pedro El Viejo, Madrid, Spain
    Hear all about the legends surrounding this 14th century mudejar tower and about the Moreria where Madrid´s Muslim community once lived.
    5 minutes
  • Arab Wall, Madrid, Spain
    At the city's ancient walls we'll find out why Madrileños are called gatos and discover more about Alfonso the VI of León and Castile.
    10 minutes
  • Museo de San Isidro, Madrid, Spain
    In the house of Madrid's patron saint, we will learn about the miracle of the well, discover the story of Beatriz Galindo and check out archaeological findings from the Moreria.
    15 minutes
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
James H
11 Jun 2021
This was such a great tour! So interesting to discover how Madrid was established as a frontier fortress to guard against the incursions from the Christians in the north. I loved the way Felicity had found out unexpected evidence of Moorish life in the city, such as the remains of one of the defence towers in the basement of a very ordinary car park! The is certainly a tour that takes you away from Spanish cliches, treating the topic with objectivity and insight. I'd definitely do this tour if I was visiting Madrid as it covers a period that is often overlooked by mainstream tour agencies, who often forget that their city is the only European capital to have been founded by Muslims.
O8378OJannettem
26 Feb 2020
Very interesting tour. Felicity showed the group remains from Moorish Madrid, several of which are not obvious or easy to find, in a friendly and pleasant way.
This tour in Madrid is organized by The Making of Madrid

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