Things to do and see in Cordoba
Cordoba is a captivating city full of history. It's old part
consists of narrow streets and ancient beautiful buildings,
famous for their interior patios full of pots of brightly
coloured flowers and fountains in the centre which are
reminiscent of other times. There are two types of patios in
Cordoba. There are the patios which belong to individual houses
as described above or patios belonging to two houses where more
than one family lives which have two floors and a shared
balcony.
There are many things to do and see in Cordoba city and
different ways you can do this. You can see the city riding in a
coach pulled along by horses or hire a bike. You can go for a
ride in a hot air balloon or see the city by plane if you want a
bird's eye view. You can see the city by bus or you can simply
walk around and soak up the atmosphere.
You are spoilt for choice for things to do in Cordoba. You can
go to the theatre, to classical music concerts, visit museums,
go to the aquatic park, go horse riding or play golf (there is a
golf course on the outskirts of the city - Club de Campo de
Córdoba) or visit Sportaventura or the Parque Periurbano Los
Villares…
Gardens, Squares and Streets:
Parque Zoológica (Zoo) - Avenida de Linneo, Tel: 957 20 08 07.
Jardines de la Victoria (Victoria Gardens) - Avenida de la
Victoria: This is the former site for the Feria de la Salud
before it was moved to the Parque del Arenal. Here you have a
1930's pergola by Carlos Sáez de Santamaría built in a
Neoclassic style which is now one of the most fashionable cafe's
in the city and also used for temporary exhibitions.
Jardines Juan Carlos I (Juan Carlos I Gardens) : These pretty
gardens are located directly in front of the Vice-Chancellors
office. There is a small lake with a bridge in the middle and a
play area for children. It has become a popular meeting place.
Jardines de la Merced o de Colón (Merced or Colon Gardens): The
Merced convent is here hence the name given to these gardens.
Plaza de Capuchinos and Cristo de los Faroles: Built in 1794 by
Juan Navarro León this is one of the most beautiful squares in
the city.
Calleja de Flores: This is located in the neighbourhood known as
the Judería, opposite the northern facade of the Mezquita. It is
a small street which ends up in a small square decorated in a
typical Cordoba style with lots of potted flowers and lanterns.
You get a pretty view of the cathedral tower from here.
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The Mezquita of Cordoba in Spain The Mezquita of Cordoba is without doubt the single most important attraction of this small town in Spain. Not only is the Mezquita a fantastic example of Muslim architecture in Spain, but this palace stands in the heart of Cordoba today just as it did centuries ago and is open for the public to visit. The Mezquita of Cordoba in Spain was originally built in 785 by Abdul Rahman I who was the local ruler of Cordoba at a time when Spain was ruled as several city states. Visiting the Mezquita in Cordoba in Spain Among the original features of the Mezquita of Cordoba that can still be viewed today are the many mosaics and the characteristic red and white arches that line the courtyards of Cordoba’s fine palace. Part of the reason why the Mezquita of Cordoba in Spain has survived to this day is that subsequent rulers of Spain also used it as a palace in Cordoba. This has led to several interesting parts of the building that have been extended on to the original building.. Mezquita (La Mezquite) - Mosque Things to do In Cordoba The most beautiful and best-preserved Moorish public building, the Mezquita (whose name simply means "mosque" in Spanish), is almost... … Read More Medina Azahara Things To Do in Cordoba Tourist Attractions There is no more fitting monument to the achievement, ambition, and ultimate collapse of the Western Caliphate than the ruins of the Medina Azahara,… Read More Juderia- Jewish Quarter Things To Do Tourist Attractions Narrow winding streets invites us to the well preserved Jewish Quarter and its white houses. Jews helped the prosperity of this city, which housed… Read More Patios Things To Do Tourist Attractions In Spanish culture, the patio plays a major role in family and social life. Typical Spanish homes are U-shaped and the patios are located in the center… Read More Walks Things To Do Outdoor Activities Walking and Running Trails Cordoba pays for a good walk around. ......... Read More Local Shops and Markets Things To Do Shopping Retailers Cordoba is an excellent city for a wide range of shopping opportunities. There are plenty of the expected souvenir shops, … Read More Alcazar and Gardens Things To Do Tourist Attractions The Alcazar de los Reyes Cristianos (Palace of the Christian Kings) is quite a fitting name for this royal medieval fortress. …........... Read More Things to do in Cordoba What to Eat in Cordoba: Try the cold meats from the Pedroches area in the North of the province and also local lamb and pork (the pigs are fed only acorns). Ham, chorizo, morcilla (black pudding) are also excellent. There are also a lot of dishes based on game: wild boar, venison, rabbit, moufflon and partridge. Typical dishes from Cordoba are: Bull's tail, battered fried ham rolls, lamb stew, gazpacho, almond gazpacho, cakes, almonds and honey coated sweet pastries... Wines: D.O from Montilla-Moriles: dry sherry, full bodied sherry, pale dry sherry, Pedro Ximenez, young white wines and organic wines. Walk through the narrow, whitewashed streets and enjoy the flower pots and tiled patios of Cordoba Sip a bowl of cool gazpacho soup in one of the many cafes Visit the Archeological Museum of Cordoba, containing artifacts from pre-historic to Islamic times Visit the tower museum at the end of the Roman bridge Attend a bullfight in the Plaza de Toros Take an evening horse-drawn carriage ride through the area around the Mezquita |
Enjoy the Semana Santa (Holy Week) celebrations
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