The Alhambra in Granada and the Nazaries Palace The Alhambra is the last and greatest Moorish palace in Spain and it was the last Moorish stronghold in Europe. The Nazarids were one of many diverse ethnic groups of Spanish Muslims that ruled from Granada until 1492. While Europe slumbered through the Dark Ages,Moorish magnificence blossomed as seen by the Alhambras ornate stucco, plaster "stalactites", colors galore, scalloped windows, exuberant gardens and water everywhere .