The Fall of Granada marked the end of Muslim rule in Spain and the conclusion of the Reconquista, a centuries-long campaign by Christian kingdoms to reclaim the Iberian Peninsula. In 1492, the Nasrid dynasty surrendered Granada to the Catholic Monarchs, Ferdinand and Isabella.

Key Aspects of the Fall of Granada:

1. Surrender of the Nasrids: The Muslim ruler, Emir Muhammad XII (Boabdil), handed over the city after prolonged sieges and political pressure.
2. End of Al-Andalus: Granada was the last Muslim stronghold in Spain, ending over 700 years of Islamic presence.
3. Terms of Surrender: Muslims were initially promised religious and cultural freedom, but these guarantees were later violated, leading to forced conversions and expulsions.

Importance of the Fall of Granada:

• Marked a turning point in European history, leading to Spain’s rise as a global power.
• Ended a flourishing era of Islamic culture and science in Al-Andalus.
• Initiated significant persecution of Muslims and Jews in Spain.

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