Cordoba City - Main Sights

The historic city of Cordoba. © Michelle Chaplow
The historic city of Cordoba.

Once the largest city of Roman Spain, Cordóba later formed the heart of the western Islamic empire. Today, the city is a typical bustling, noisy Andalusian city, with lots of atmosphere, fascinating sites, intriguing small streets and shops and the inevitable fabulous choice of restaurants and bars.

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Alcazar Calle de las Flores
Walled gardens with water terraces and fountains.
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As it says 'street of the flowers', a painter's and photographer's delight.
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City Walls Episcopal Palace
Old walls that once bounded the old Jewish quarter.
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Today, a museum of religious art with some fine examples of medieval wood sculpture.
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Juderia Molino de la Albolafia
Old Jewish quarter of the city.
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Reconstructed watermill in the River.
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Mosque

Palacio de Viana

One of the most popular monuments in the region.
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Short article from the Andalucia magazine.
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Plaza del Potro

Posado del Potro

Fine old square named after the colt (potro) which adorns the fountain.
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A very picturesque and literary place. Worth checking out for frequent excellent art and ceramics exhibitions. Favourite scene in life and work of Cervantes who stayed here.
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Puente Gate

Roman Bridge

Former city gate near the Roman Bridge.
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Roman bridge across the River Guadalquivir.
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Seville Gate

Tower of Calahorra

Quaint little gate in the city walls.
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This tower rises up at the far end of the Roman bridge.
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