The Generalife, also known as Yannat al-arif in the Nasrid period, is a residence with gardens used by the monarchy of Granada as a place of rest and relaxation. Its main feature is its gardens. The Generalife consisted of a country villa or royal almunia, surrounded by orchards and ornamental gardens that served both for food and enjoyment of the Nasrid royal family. This place was designated a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. Its style is Hispano-Arabic Nasrid and is located on the north side of the Alhambra. In the vicinity of the Generalife and related to it, there are several buildings from the Nasrid period, such as Los Albercones, the remains of the palace of Dar al-Arusa, the Alberca Rota and the Silla del Moro.

Construction began in the early 14th century, during the reign of King Muhammed III, who ruled between 1302 and 1309. It was later remodeled by Ismail I.

Towards the bottom is the current entrance for visitors on foot, both for the Alhambra and the Generalife. Since 1988, a vehicular entrance has been provided to eliminate the harmful traffic through the traditional accesses.