Cordoba

Cordoba deploys all its ancient city essences and mixing of cultures along the Guadalquivir River and the foothills of Sierra Morena.

Capital of the Roman province of Andalusia and of al-Andalus, walk the streets of the old town, entering into its flowered patios the neighborhoods of San Lorenzo, the Juderia and San Basilio, visit the great mosque-cathedral, with more than twelve centuries of existence, the Alcázar of the Catholic Kings and the Roman Bridge among other things, is to enter through the front door in the history of Andalusia.

Its exquisite its cuisine, rich in meat and orchards, spiced with the exquisite olive oil. Cordoba dishes are faithful witness of its great historical past. The Roman use of garlic sprouts the salmorejo; Oriental are the use of sugar, almonds, and herbs as seasonings and Christians are meat dishes like rabo de toro or flamenquín.

Córdoba in May is decked with flowers and celebrates most universal holidays like the Festival de los Patios of Cordoba, exaltation of traditional Cordovan courtyard and the Feria de la Salud, an exhibition where no one feels a stranger.

The historic center of the ancient Cordoba was declared in 1994 as a World Heritage Site.

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To have in mind
- To have in mind of Cordoba
  Recommendations to have in mind when organizing the visit to Cordoba
- Things to see in Cordoba
  A propose to know Cordoba with the contents already organized and ready in PDF and MP3
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Introduction
- Introduction
  The great Caliphate city on the banks of the Guadalquivir and the foothills of Sierra Morena
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Religious Architecture
- Mosque-Cathedral
  It is the main architectural legacy of the Muslim era in Spain
- Church of San Francisco and Portillo Arch
  The church of San Francisco belonged to the convent of San Pedro, founded in the XIII century
- Church of San Lorenzo
  Here are represented some of the episodes in the history of the city
- San Miguel's church
  Built during the reign of King Saint Ferdinand III over a mosque
- Church of San Pedro
  It was built over the remains of a Roman basilica, used to be a Christian cathedral
- Church of San Rafael
  Temple where they worship the image of the patron saint of Córdoba, San Rafael
- Roman Temple and the church of San Pablo
  The ruins of this temple is located right next to the City Hall
- Santa Marina and monument to Manolete
  Built after the Christian conquest in the thirteenth century by order of Ferdinand III
- Sinagogue
  It is one of the most historic and attractive synagogues in the world
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Civil Architecture
- Alcázar of the Catholic Kings
  Built on the ancient Caliphate fortress, today is a beautiful monument full of gardens
- Círculo de la Amistad
  This magnificent building stands over the former convent of las Nieves
- Medina Azahara
  Built by Abd-al-Rahman III in the 10th century, there was no city that could overshadow it
- Viana's Palace
  It is one of the most impressive noble residence in Andalusia
- Merced's Palace and Malmuerta Tower
  The building has a fine collection of paintings, sculpture and jewelry
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Streets and Squares
- Gran Capitán Avenue
  The Avenue of the Gran Capitán (or great captain) is a meeting place and point of reference of the city center
- Capuchino's square and Bailío's slope
  It is one of the most typical places of the city. At its heart is the Christ of the Lanterns
- San Agustín's Square
  Located in one of the most typical neighborhood, it is the Church of St. Agustín
- San Andrés Square
  San Andrés Church was built over the Mozarabic basilica of San Zoilo
- Corredera's Square
  Formerly arcaded square where bullfights used to be held
- Trinidad's square
  In the center of the square is the monument to the poet Luis de Gongora
- Tendilla's Square
  It owes its name to the many small shops that were in it back in the fifteenth century
- Potro's Square, Julio Romero de Torres museum and Fine arts
  A Renaissance fountain presides over this popular square of Cordoba
- Capuchina's Square
  Beautiful central plaza that sits next to Conde de Torres Cabrera street
- Cardenal Salazar Square
  This is an excellent area for restaurants. Where you can sample typical Cordoban dishes
- Plaza and church of la Magdalena
  The center of this plaza is decorated with an original source in neo-baroque style
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Museums
- Archaeological Museum
  Cultural Center of singular magnitude considered as one of the best in Spain
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Others
- Botanical Garden
  The Botanical Garden of Cordoba represents in synthesis an offer of culture and nature mixed
- Martos mill and chapel of the Holy Martyrs
  Medieval engineering work in the sixteenth century and today River Interpretation Centre
- Albolafia's Grove
  It has a variety of waterfowl and an important ecological reserve
- Almodóvar's Gate
  In the Muslim era was known as Bad-al-Chawz or Walnut door
- San Rafael, Bridge´s Gate, Roman bridge, Calahorra Tower and River
  Crossing the Guadalquivir River, is a stroll through the history of Cordoba
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Special
- Cordoba in May
  May is the greatest festive month of Córdoba, Crosses, Patios and Health Fair
- Abd al-Rahman III, the first caliph of al-Andalus
  He made of Cordova the lighthouse of civilization and culture of the time
- Internacional Guitar Festival of Cordoba
  31th edition of a festival in which the best guitarists in the world participates
- IX International Sephardic Music Festival of Cordoba
  Cordoba becomes the international meeting point of the Sephardic culture
- Córdoba a la luz de las culturas
- I Tourism Photography Competition of Andalusian Cemeteries
  I Tourism Photography Competition of Andalusian Cemeteries
- Night visits to the Cathedral-Mosque of Cordoba
  Another way to see this unique monument and discover its hidden soul
- The Archaeological Museum opens, “Córdoba, encuentro de culturas” (Córdoba, meeting of cultures)
  The Cordovan Museum is considered one of the most important in Spain
- Health Fair of Cordoba
  Cordoba awaits you dressed up to celebrate their most cherished holiday
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Cordoba
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Introduction
Religious Architecture
Civil Architecture
Streets and Squares
Museums
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