CORDOBA  ANDALUCIA SPAIN

   

 

 

CORDOBA ANDALUCIA

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GARDENS INSIDE THE KINGS PALACE CORDOBA

CORDOBA

One of the most important cities in Spain, Cordoba is home to many places of historical significance. The Romans founded Cordoba in 206BC it was built on the river Guadalquivir and became an important centre for the export of Spanish olives wine and wheat back to Rome. This  area of Andalucia is the main olive growing region in Spain.  Many Roman remains are still intact, one of the most impressive is the bridge over the  Guadalquivir which is the main entrance to the city.  The streets of Cordoba are lined with lime trees which bear fruit, it is unusual in Spain to see so many limes in a city.  

Cordoba is in a remote area. Between Granada and Cordoba, there is nothing only acres of olive trees. Cordoba is one of the hottest cities in Spain with temperatures well in excess of 40c on some days.  The best time to visit would be around May or June when the heat is bearable.  As well as Roman, Cordoba has fantastic Moorish buildings including the famous Mezquita a perfectly preserved mosque.  This area of Spain was one of the last bastions of the Moors.  At that time,Cordoba was the ancient capital of Andalucia or as it was known then, El Andalus. 

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THE ROMAN BRIDE ACROSS THE RIVER Guadalquivir

When Cordoba was recaptured from the Moors in the 14th century the Christians decided to build a cathedral within the walls of the mosque.  The two now stand side by side, a testimony to the skills of these early craftsmen.  Cordoba's maze of narrow streets run parallel to the river and intersect each other.  It wouldn't be difficult to get lost in this area. Cordoba was home to an important Jewish community which was persecuted by the Moors in the 15th century.  This area remains well preserved and probably looks more or less as it was in those times.

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GARDENS OF THE ROYAL PALACE

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GARDENS OF THE ROYAL PALACE

 

 

 

Another well preserved historical monument is the Palace of the Christian kings  or Alcazar.  This building was actually constructed by the Moors in the 14th century and stands on much older Roman remains.  If you find yourself in Cordoba don't miss out on a tour around the palace and its gardens, you get a real sense of history here. Click below for webcam in Cordoba.

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THE CATHEDRAL IN THE GROUNDS OF THE MEZQUITA

Cordoba DVD

SHIPS TO THE UK

If  like us, you're fascinated by Cordoba with all its unique and historical sights, you'll love this DVD from the travel video store.  Watch a video clip before you buy.  All dvd's from the travel video store can be shipped to the uk.  Priced in U.S $ at 19.99 at the current exchange rate this is approximately £10.

 

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THE CENTRE OF THE OLD JEWISH QUARTER

 

 

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