Triunfo Gardens in Granada - The Old Arab Cemetery
The Triunfo Gardens (Jardines de Triunfo) were in the Arab era an extensive cemetery, founded in the 13th century. On one side of the gardens, the enclosure connected to the fortifications, while on the other side, it linked to the exterior of Granada.
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Until the seventeenth century, the Triunfo (Triumph) Gardens were one of the most important districts of Granada where many of the important festivals were celebrated.
Through the centuries, the population in Granada grew, and many buildings were constructed in the
early sixteenth century.
The entire area to the right of Triunfo Gardens was urbanized, becoming one of the most important neighborhoods of the city in the 17th century.
Under French rule, many people from Granada were hanged and shot here. The Triunfo Gardens remained a place of public execution until 1840.
In 1856 D. Manuel Gadea y Subiza, mayor of Granada, transformed the infamous
place into a small park, complete with gardens and fountains.
The opening of the Gran Vía de Colón street and its subsequent extension changed the physiognomy of Triunfo Gardens, which was completely altered when the grandiose building of the Escuela Normal de Maestros (Teachers' Training College, now the headquarters of several delegations of the Junta de Andalucía) was constructed.
The architect Antonio Flores finished destroying the gardens, leaving the column of the monument to the Virgin
isolated within them until it was moved in 1960.
The new Triunfo Gardens were created on the site formerly occupied by the old Plaza de Toros.
Triunfo Gardens at the Present Time
At present, the Triunfo Gardens are a large open space, ideal for laying on the grass, resting, reading a book, or enjoying a sandwich.
It has beautiful fountains adorned with lights that change colors dynamically, creating a
spectacle especially during the evening hours.
Among the buildings surrounding the Triunfo Gardens is the Royal Hospital, which is worth a visit, and other beautiful buildings of the University of Granada.
Nearby is also the old institute of higher education Padre Suarez.
How to get to the Triunfo Gardens
You can reach the Triunfo Gardens by bus routes 4, 8, 11, 21, 33, N8, N9, for more information please visit Granada Buses.Page Updated: Aug 17, 2026
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Great memories
That was my route to get to the Ave María de San Isidro school. I lived on Cuesta de la Alhacaba, and around 1958 or 1959 they closed off Calle Ancha de Capuchinos. Then I changed schools and they took me to El Zenete when I was 8 or 9 years old. I was born in 1951.
History of El Triunfo
These gardens were created after a religious event, since the location of this Virgin was in what we used to know as Plaza del Triunfo and next to a column dedicated to Mariana Pineda, which is now in that square. And in what are now called the Gardens of El Triunfo, there used to be the old bullring of Granada.
I was born behind El Triunfo
I was born behind the Fuente del Triunfo, I lived on Calle Rosario, I had my First Communion on Calle San Matías. Whenever I have the chance to return to Granada, I visit the places from my childhood. I had the greatest treasure of being born in this wonderful city. Where is the House of the Seven Moors on Calle Molinos? (José-Luis).
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When I was little, I used to walk by the fountain of colors
I remember when I was little, I used to walk by the fountain of colors and run my hand along those freshly trimmed hedges. I still have their smell deep inside me. I also remember the way to school near the fountain, the Civil Guard almost opposite with black berets and red tops. Oh, what memories. And the school gates, the triumphal arch, Ranonzin’s café and its churros, the VIRGIN in that dark doorway with its candles, the snails in a cup. What longing for Granada.
Beautiful at night with the illuminated fountain
The gardens are small, but at the back they have a huge fountain that lights up at night, changing colors. It is very beautiful. Apart from that, there is not much to see or do there. There is no children's area with swings.
Fountains at night and the Royal Hospital
We found this place by chance, since it was near our hotel. It is more of a square than a garden, but the large fountain offers a nice show at night. It shines in different colors. We were curious about the building behind the fountain, and it turned out to be a wonderful place: the Royal Hospital (Hospital Real). Very recommended!
Fuente del Triunfo
Swings, no please, it is an area for walking, relaxing, childhood memories and, above all, longing. The city has managed to preserve it despite the profound changes that have taken place over the years. There are things that are well done and cannot be changed, and those are the gardens and the Fuente del Triunfo.
A woman from Granada very far from her homeland.
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