Examples of mudejar architecture In Spain
Mudejar style of architecture is a very interesting architectural stile that originated on The Iberian Peninsula, where the modern days Spain and Portugal are located.
It is a unique blend of Islamic and Christian styles that emerged after the Christian reconquest of the city in 1492. To learn more about Mudejar architecture, read my post. Here, you can find the best examples of buildings in Mudejar style.
Some of the notable examples of this style are the Alcazar of Seville, the Teruel Cathedral, and many places in Granada and Sevilla. Let’s look an many other examples as well.
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Cities where you can see great examples of Mudejar style
Here is a list of a few cities in Spain, with their best examples of Mudejar architecture.
Examples of mudejar architecture in Granada, Spain
Granada, Spain was a stronghold of Islamic Emirates, who created amazing architecture. When they were taken over by Christian Monarchs, the remaining craftsmen continued their tradition and created wonderful examples of Mudejar style architecture.
Below are the most prominent examples of Mudejar architecture of Granada.

Alhambra Palace in Granada, Spain
The Alhambra Palace in Granada, Spain, built in the 13th century by Muslim rulers is often listed as a famous example of Mudejar architecture.
However, that is not technically true.
Yes, the palace is covered in intricate tile-work on the walls and floors, with a particularly stunning wood-covered Mudejar ceiling in Hall of Kings (Sala de los Reyes) in the Palace of the Lions. It does fit the characteristics of Mudejar architecture.
However, it was built too early to be the true example of Mudejar stile, and instead is actually – Muqarnas, also known in Iberian architecture as Mocarabe . Macarabe is a form of three-dimensional decoration in Islamic architecture in which rows or tiers of niche-like elements are projected over the elements below.
The Royal Chapel in Granada, Spain
A great example of Mudejar architecture in Granada is the Royal Chapel, built in 1536. The chapel features a beautiful dome with intricate carvings and colorful tiles.
Monastery of Santa Isabel la Real
Monastery of Santa Isabel la Real was founded by Queen Isabella of Castile. It has a Mudejar ceiling above the nave, where you can see intricate fretted woodwork typical of Moorish craftsmen.
It also has a mudejar tower and very interesting door, and cobblestone pavement everywhere. In fact, everything about this monastery is very authentic looking and beautiful. I took countless pictures
there and I will post some soon.
Palacio de Dar-al-Horra
Palacio de Dar-al-Horra is an exciting 15th-century mini palace. It was built by the Emirs of Granada, and you can see many examples of Nasrid art there, which combines Arabic and European artistic styles.
It features a central courtyard with horseshoe-shaped arches and an ornate Mudejar-style ceiling.
I was there twice. The first time I had a choice to pay $16 ($19 now), or buy a combined ticket to Alhambra, that came with free entrance to 3 mini palaces. Palace Dar-al-Horra was one of them. Since I was going to see Alhambra regardless, I’ve chosen that one.
The second time I went there last year, and enjoyed it even more.
There are several churches, spread out through Granada with Mudejar style tower and some other elements.
San Jose Church or Iglesia Parroquial de San José
Church de Santa María de la Aurora y San Miguel | San Miguel bajo – a beautiful church on a magical square San Miguel bajo.
My accommodation in Granada the last time was next to it, and I went to the square every day to either walk home, or take a bus to Granada city center. I also was there during Ester, and Easter in Granada is a huge event and worth a story and another post.
Other churches with mudejar towers and other elements:
- Santa Ana
- San Pedro
- San Pablo
- San Nicolas
- San Idelfonso
- San Bartolome
Convents : La Merced and Santa Catalina de Zafra.
Which buildings in Granada are the best examples of Mudejar architecture?
Besides listed above churches and convents, there are several buildings in Granada that have elements of Mudejar architecture
Several Mudejar houses can be found on Santiago street (numbers 5 and 9) and San Juan de los Reyes 84.
Plus, there are some civilian buildings, like Hospital Real, Hospital de San Juan de Dios, La Lonja, La Madraza, the Curia (old University), and the Chancilleria.
The Mudejar style in Granada represents a unique architectural legacy of Spain, and a harmonious blend of Islamic and Christian architectures.

Examples of Mudejar architecture Seville
A few of the most iconic examples of Mudéjar architecture are found in Seville, Spain.
- The ceiling in the Alcazar de Real in Seville, Spain (above) is the best example. It has symbols and motifs, quatrefoils, stars, latticework and Arabesque patterns that draw inspiration from traditional Islamic art.
- The rest of Alcazar de Real in Seville has many amazing examples of Mudejar (and other) architectures, especially The Palace of Pedro I – the heart of the Alcazar of Seville, and deserves a separate post.
- Giralda bell tower in Seville, Spain
- Casa de Pilatos in Seville, Spain
Below are a few more examples of Mudejar style architecture in Seville with pictures.

Mudejar Pavilion in Seville
Mudejar Pavilion in Maria Luisa Park, Seville, Spain, is another wonderful example of Mudejar architecture in Seville. Also known as the Pavilion of King Alfonso XIII, it was constructed for the 1929 Ibero-American Exposition.
It’s a nice (though smallish) museum to visit. It was free when I visited in spring of 2024 ( but only a couple of rooms were opened).
The orange trees surrounding the Pavilion, and the rest of the garden is also worth at least an hour of your visit. I enjoyed that garden in Seville on many occasions.

Seville Cathedral Mudejar Gate and Tower
Mudejar Gate, a side gate to Seville Cathedral comes unexpected, as it doesn’t match the main style of the Cathedral, but it matches Mudejar tower of the Cathedral.
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Examples of Mudejar style in Toledo, Spain
Toledo, Spain has many great examples of buildings and churches in Mudejar style and deserves a separate post.
Here is the the Church of San Bartholomew in Toledo, and the Church of San Roman. Toledo has many other examples.


Examples of Mudejar Architecture in Teruel, Spain
Mudejar architecture of Teruel:
- – Cathedral of Santa María de Mediavilla in Teruel, Spain or Teruel Cathedral. This Cathedral is the world heritage site. It’s tower, the dome and the roof are well preserved Medieval structures in Mudejar style and are decorated with Aragonese Mudéjar art.
- – Tower and church of San Pedro in Teruel, Spain
- – Church tower of San Martín in Teruel, Spain
- – Church of San Miguel
Aragon, Spain
There are several 12th century mudejar buildings in Aragon, Spain, that reflect the artistic and cultural fusion of Islamic and European influences. I have another post about Aragonese Mudejar buildings.
Valladolid
Church of San Pablo in Valladolid is the best example.
Valencia
- – Church of San Nicolas
- – Palace of the Marquis of Dos Aguas
Below are some other cities in Spain with Mudejar architecture examples.
Salamanca:
– Church of San Esteban
Viso del Marques:
– Palace of the Marquis of Santa Cruz
Guimarães:
– Palace of the Dukes of Braganza
Barcelos:
– Palace of the Counts of Barcelos
Ourém:
– Palace of the Counts of Ourém
Redondo:
– Palace of the Counts of Redondo
Celorico de Basto:
– Palace of the Counts of Basto
Vimioso:
– Palace of the Counts of Vimioso
Serpa:
– Palace of the Counts of Ficalho
Alcáçovas:
– Palace of the Counts of Alcáçovas
Avintes:
– Palace of the Counts of Avintes
Vila Flor:
– Palace of the Counts of Vila Flor
Castro Daire:
– Palace of the Counts of Castro
Almada:
– Palace of the Counts of Almada
Penafiel:
– Palace of the Counts of Penafiel
Alvor:
– Palace of the Counts of Alvor
So, as you can see Spain has a great number of amazing examples of Mudejar architecture, the style that is specific to Spain and the Peninsula.
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