Ibn al-Ahmar, also known as Ibn al-Ahmar al-Nasri, was a prominent figure in the history of Granada, Spain, during the late 13th century. He is best known as the founder of the Nasrid Dynasty, which ruled the Emirate of Granada, the last Muslim stronghold in the Iberian Peninsula. His leadership marked a significant period of cultural and architectural development, including the construction of the famous Alhambra palace. Born in 1250, Ibn al-Ahmar played a crucial role in uniting various factions within the region to resist the advancing Christian kingdoms. His reign began in 1238, and he established a legacy that would last for over two centuries, influencing the region's politics, culture, and art until the fall of Granada in 1492.