Cordoba is not at all a popular tourist town. It is a quiet province with a mixture of centuries-old religious traditions. Here you can enjoy the masterpieces of Mediterranean gastronomic art and see firsthand the beauty of the architectural creations.
The special atmosphere of Cordoba is saturated with the interweaving of religious trends and architectural wonders. Here you can see traces of the stay of Christians, ancient caliphs and Muslims. It should not be overlooked that for more than eight centuries Cordoba has been one of the most important cities of enlightenment in the world. There were more than 200 libraries, the world's first street lighting, the famous Caliph baths. The walls of the city are constantly dazzling white. In this way, residents save themselves from the heat, because the city is considered the hottest place in Spain. A small fountain can be found in almost every courtyard. And on the streets, both here and there, musical choirs sound, performing both religious and folk songs.
Alcazar Palace
The famous palace in which Columbus shared his plans for a trip to India. On the territory of the complex there are interesting museums that immerse the visitor in the life of another era.
Jewish quarter
Take your time and take the time to visit the famous historical sites of Cordoba. In one of the quarters you can visit the main Synagogue of Spain. Around, for almost half a millennium, a huge Jewish diaspora lived. Residents were expelled from the country after refusing to convert to Catholicism, but the synagogue and major attractions have retained their original appearance.
Cathedral Mosque
The Cathedral Mosque is rightfully considered the most important landmark of Cordoba. First, it is recognized as one of the 12 wonders of Spain. Secondly, it is one of the most important Muslim monuments. The mosque was built in the 18th century and was redesigned several times, and the spheres of influence also changed. It gained the greatest popularity during the reign of the medieval caliphs and was even considered the second largest and most important mosque in the world. Now it is called the Cathedral of Our Lady. Visitors are struck by the interior of the temple. The hand-painted walls catch the glare of light emanating from the mosaics on the windows. Thousands of rays penetrate the space, giving the hall a special spirituality. Upon leaving, visitors can take a break in the orange garden, enjoying a special calm and coolness.
Medina As-Sahara
Medina As-Sahara is the most beautiful palace complex, which was erected by order of one of the most powerful caliphs as a gift to his beloved concubine. After construction, there were administrative offices and government councils here for many decades. Then the object fell into disrepair. And only a few years ago, restoration work and excavations began, which amaze with their rich results.
