4 activitati in Cordoba, SPAIN

Folklore makes Cordoba a particularly colourful destination, especially in spring, when his most famous concatenates holidays: Easter, the Crosses of May, and the Festival of the patios and the May Fair. The sightseeing tour of City Sightseeing Cordoba allows travellers know about this rich heritage and rich history in a single tour with a guided commentary aboard a double decker bus. Meeting point for Cordoba mini tour: First stop Baños Califales/Alcázar. Metting point for Free Jewish Quarter walking tour and free Axerquia Centro walking tour: Cordoba panoramic tour - stop 1, next to Calahorra Tower. Start/opening time: Cordoba panoramic tour and Cordoba mini tour: from 9:30am to 10pm. Free Jewish Quarter walking tour: at 7pm. Free Axerquia Centro walking tour: at 1pm. Languages: Hop on - hop off tour: audio guide available in Chinese, French, Japanese, Russian, Arabic, English, German, Spanish, Italian and Portuguese. Free Jewish Quarter walking tour and free Axerquia Centro walking tour: Spanish and English.

Journey into Cordoba’s past and discover the fascinating history behind the city’s most famous and emblematic monument: the Great Mosque-Cathedral of Cordoba. Take a tour inside and around this mesmerising space that shows you the details and features of both its eventful past and architecture. The tour starts in the Courtyard of the Orange Trees, where their sweet aroma invites you in to discover the treasures inside. Its construction was originally ordered on the site of a Visigoth church by Emir Abd-el-Rahman I in 786 AD. It was intended as an airy space where Muslim people could engage and its style was to reflect that of his forefathers. Extensions to the mosque were eventually completed and after nine centuries its construction was finally finished; bringing to life one of the most extraordinary buildings in the world. It has been a Catholic cathedral since the 13th century and today you can walk around its labyrinth of arches and arcades. With every step and every corner you turn a different and magnificent view awaits. Look between the 856 columns, out of the original 1293, and through its arcades that give the building a sense of infinitude, as your guide regales you with an overview of its historical highlights. One of the best examples of Moorish art in Spain, its ornate interior and characterful history will not disappoint. Admire the prayer hall, Mihrab, the many chapels and the mahogany choir stalls as you delve deeper into the building’s past. Enter and leave through the only door in use out of the original 19, and witness firsthand how it has dramatically transformed over the centuries.

Get to grips with the history and culture that is in abundance in Cordoba as you roam around the Synagogue, Judería and the breath-taking Mosque-Cathedral. Highlights - Stroll around Judería and familiarise yourself with the well-known tourist hot-spot - Gain a real insight in to the city’s history thanks to a top-notch tour guide - Step foot inside the stunning Synagogue and ever-so-impressive Mosque-Cathedral If you’re dying to see the city in all its old-school glory, you can’t afford to miss a walk through the famous Jewish neighbourhood which dates back as far as Roman times. It is best known due to the fact that it was inhabited by a multitude of Jews between the 10th and the 15th century. Check out all that exists within the area, from the monuments to the streets that house them. It’s not hard to tell why this is one of the most visited spots in the city. Right in the thick of Judería, you will stumble across the symbolic Synagogue which is not only a real gem to the city but has witnessed some of the most noted historical events that have gone on in Cordoba. You will be told all about the main features of the beautiful building as well as hearing about the many different ways in which this place has been used by the people. Practically a stone’s throw away stands the other incredible icon, the Mezquita-catedral de Córdoba. This is by far the most important Islamic monument in this neck of the woods. On top of that, it has stood the test of time and thus remains as one of the most magnificent Mosques in the world. When you set your eyes on what’s inside, you soon come to know so much about the history without picking up a single book, as they say a picture paints a thousand words. The Mosque manages to showcase the best of Islamic, Gothic, Renaissance and Baroque styles all in one place which is reason enough to pay it a visit.

Visit Cordoba’s cream of the crop in a four hour walking tour. Delve into the historical, monumental and cultural side of the world famous Jewish quarter and the breathtaking Fortress of Christian Monarchs, the Great Mosque-Cathedral of Cordoba and the Synagogue. Start the tour at the Fortress and Palace of Christian Monarchs where Ferdinand and Isabela reigned for eight years, and fall head over heels in love with the blend of Roman and Visigoth ruins standing side by side with Arabic remains. Discover Roman mosaics, Arabic baths and courtyards brimming with colourful flowers, fragrant herbs and mature trees. You’ll especially find the Mudejar style courtyard attractive with its marble floors and airy bright gardens. Continue on to the Mudejar style Synagogue built in 1315, and into the dense network of charming streets that weave through the Jewish quarter. We save the best ‘til last, and the final visit is to the Unesco World Heritage Mosque-Cathedral of Cordoba. Be charmed by its ornate columns and horseshoe arches, and you’ll discover exactly why it’s considered a top example of Muslim art in Spain. The cathedral was built over nine centuries and as a result contains a fascinating mixture of architectural styles unlike any other. Soak up the sweet aroma of oranges in the Courtyard of the Orange Trees and be swept away by the beauty of Cordoba. Languages Spanish, English and French.