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Boabdil’s Sigh (1492): What’s History, What’s Legend
Unpack sources and stories around the fall of Granada and Boabdil’s ‘sigh’.
12/5/2025
8 min read
Legend travels farther than fact—learn to tell them apart.
Notes
- Keys, processions, and places named for a breath.
- Why the story persists—identity, loss, and romance.
Bottom Line
Know the sources; enjoy the stories.
About the Author
Granada Heritage Editor
I built this to help you enjoy the Alhambra calmly—smarter timing, kinder routes, and context that makes palaces and gardens sing.
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Boabdil
1492
Capitulation
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