During the 10th century, Cordoba was the greatest capital city in Europe, surpassing Paris & Rome in its academic, architectural and artistic achievements.
The Roman Bridge of Cordoba, in the historic center of the city, was originally built in the early 1st Century BC. Later, a Moorish bridge was built on the foundations of the Roman bridge. It is a 16 arched bridge that spans the Guadalquivir River.
There are three major faiths represented in Cordoba.
La Mezquita, the UNESCO-listed mosque, is one of the most striking monuments of Moorish Spain. It was built in the 8th century for the Caliphate of Cordoba. It is an ornate, Moorish style place of Islamic worship with a hall of 856 columns and awe-inspiring arched red and white pillars.
In 1523, it was converted to a Catholic cathedral; the sanctuary was dropped right into the mosque’s center, while maintaining the basic framework of the Islamic architecture. It is truly fascinating!
The barrios to the east of the Mezquita contain many houses of bullfighters.
The Juderia–old Jewish Quarter–is a charming labyrinth of narrow, winding streets,
quiet squares
and colorful, flower-adorned windows and patios.
The Calleja de las Flores–Alley of Flowers– is one of the most famous tourist attractions in the Quarter.
The Alcazar de los Reyes Cristianos, also known as the Alcazar of Cordoba, is a medieval palace in the historic center of Cordoba. The fortress served as the primary residence of Isabella I of Castille and Ferdinand II of Aragon.
Cordoba is a really historic city that is well worth a visit!
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