The balancing of horizontal reactions has been a challenge in the construction of arches and domes throughout history, especially while using materials lacking tension capacity. This paper aims to analyze the level of structural knowledge of the designers at the time of the Nazarian Kingdom of Granada. A detailed study of the tributary loads acting on each dome and arch of the Homage Tower of the Alhambra Palace has been carried out. Evidence found in the distribution of domes, arches and openings in the walls has lead us to conclude that geometry of the tower was based on complete structural conception.
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