What to see and do in the city of Córdoba in Andalusia

What to see in Córdoba

La Cordoba city is one of the most visited in Andalusia. It is known as the city of the three cultures, since several cultures were very important in its creation, the Roman, the Arab and the Jewish. It is a very important place historically, as it was the capital of the caliphate centuries ago. Today we are facing an incredible city that shows us that mixture of cultures in its foundations.

Let's see what the things to see and do in the city of Córdoba. It is best to visit it during spring, when the weather is not so hot and when the facades are decorated, as well as its famous patios, with all kinds of colorful flowers. Discover everything you can see in the beautiful city of Córdoba.

Mosque-Cathedral of Córdoba

Mosque-cathedral of Córdoba

This is undoubtedly the most emblematic monument in Córdoba and the one that we cannot miss under any circumstances. This mosque is a monument in which the passing of the centuries can be appreciated, since it has the Gothic, Baroque, Renaissance or Mudejar style. This building today converted into Cathedral was built as a mosque in 784. In the XNUMXth to XNUMXth centuries it was converted into a cathedral. In the mosque we can see the beautiful Patio de los Naranjos in the northern part, the maqsura of Arab architecture and the hypostyle room. In addition, it is a very extensive place, with chapels, museums and various doors.

Alcazar of the Christian Monarchs

Alcazar of the Christian Monarchs in Córdoba

This is a beautiful fortress where the Catholic Monarchs lived, where they carried out the campaign to take over the Kingdom of Granada. This was also the famous place where Christopher Columbus asked for funding to make the trip that would take him to the discovery of America. It is a beautiful space that also has well-kept gardens where you can breathe a lot of peace.

Medina Azahara

Medina Azahara

This archaeological site fes World Heritage Site and it shows us how important this city was throughout history. It is a few kilometers from the city center but it is worth seeing. This was the nucleus of the city that formed the Caliphate of Córdoba, so it was of crucial importance. You will enjoy seeing the ruins and learning about the caliphate.

Roman bridge

Roman bridge

This city witnessed multiple cultures, hence we find all kinds of monuments in it. One of the elements that are part of your past is the well-known Roman Bridge. It is a typical picture of the city, since in the background you can see the mosque-cathedral. This stone bridge is very beautiful and centuries ago it was the only bridge that gave way to the city, so its importance was crucial.

Plaza de la Corredera

Corredera Square in Córdoba

When we visit the city we not only like to stop at the monuments, but also in the most lively and central places. Is Plaza de la Corredera is a nerve center in the city, so you do not have to stop visiting it. It is a really beautiful square, in the Castilian style, very symmetrical and with arches. It is the perfect place to rest and to have some tapas, since Cordoba gastronomy is another of the strong points in the city.

The jewish

Jewish Quarter of Córdoba

As we have said, this city saw the passage of many cultures, including the Jewish one. The Jewish quarter of Córdoba is a place with a lot of charm, full of small streets to be walked. It has many beautiful corners, so the ideal is to walk through this area without having a fixed direction, just enjoying each space.


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