Top Attractions in Cordoba, SPAIN [Dlive Travel]

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What to see in Cordoba? The most beautiful places and main attractions

1. Mesquite

Mesquita is one of the iconic landmarks of Andalusia, the former main mosque of the great Cordoba caliphate, which since the 13th century has become a Catholic cathedral. A grandiose structure in the style of traditional Moorish architecture was built in the 8th century under Emir Abdar-Rahman I. The best masters of the Islamic world were invited to work, which eventually created a masterpiece that survived centuries.

1. The Alcázar of Christian Kings

Medieval fortress located in the historical center of Cordoba. In the times of the Reconquista, it served as the main residence of the Catholic kings - Ferdinand of Aragon and Isabella of Castile. The Alcázar was erected on the site of an ancient Visigothic fortress destroyed by the Moors during the conquest of Spain. Subsequently, the rulers of the Cordoba Caliphate rebuilt the fortress and began to use it as a royal palace.

1. The Jewish Quarter

The Jewish quarter in Cordoba was built during the time of the Arab domination. Until the end of the XV century on its territory lived Jews, while Isabella of Castile did not order to expel them from the city. Narrow streets of "Khuderia" (the so-called quarter in the Spanish manner) still retained the spirit of the medieval Moorish Cordoba. The shape of the district has not changed for many centuries.

1. The Synagogue

The Jewish temple was built in the beginning of the fourteenth century, when in Cordoba the Jews had a good time. The synagogue was built in the Mudejar style, harmoniously combining elements of the Moorish and Gothic manner. After the expulsion of the Jews, a hospital was placed in the building, then a chapel and a school. Since the beginning of the XIX century the temple has been recognized as a valuable architectural monument. Today there is a museum on its territory.

1. The Roman bridge

Stone arched bridge over the Guadalquivir River 250 meters long, consisting of 16 arches. It was built in the I century BC and was part of the Augustus road. In the X century, the Arabs restored the bridge. The design was maintained in working order throughout the Middle Ages and New Time. Moreover, until the middle of the 20th century, this bridge was the only river crossing. Only in 2004 it became pedestrian.

1. Calahorra Tower

Defensive structure of the XII century, built under the Almohad on the banks of the Guadalquivir. The architecture of the building is a sample of a late Islamic style. When Cordoba was liberated from the Moors, the tower was damaged, but in the XIV century it was rebuilt. Since the 1930s, it has been included in the list of protected cultural facilities. Today, the Museum of Three Cultures is located on its territory.

1. Puerta del Puente

The gate is located in front of the entrance to the Roman bridge. In the Middle Ages, they were part of the fortress wall and performed a defensive function. On the other hand, the construction of the Puerta del Puente should have helped to expand the entrance to the city and increase the flow of merchants, which had a favorable effect on the city's economy. The gate is built in the Renaissance style, designed by F. de Montalbanu.

1. The Roman Temple

Remains of the ancient Roman sanctuary are located right in the middle of the busy city quarter at the intersection of streets. They were discovered in the 1950s during construction. It is obvious that in the ancient period of Cordoba's history the temple was the main city sanctuary. The building was erected in the I century. It is believed that it was used to send the cult of the Roman emperors.

1. Madina az-zahra

Moorish city, erected in the 10th century under Caliph Abdar-Rahman III about 8 km from Cordoba. In Arabic, the name means "shining city". The ruler built Madina az-zahra in order to demonstrate his own power and superiority over other caliphs, as etiquette of that time required. Until now, only ruins have reached, but even they give an idea of ​​how beautiful the city was.

1. The Merced Palace

Magnificent building in the style of the Spanish Baroque, decorating the Plaza de Colón. The present appearance of the building acquired in the XVIII century as a result of reconstruction. Earlier on the site of the palace was the early Christian basilica of St. Eulalia and the monastery.

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