Córdoba is a lively city with many pleasant squares and picturesque streets and used to be one of the most important cities in the world. In terms of history, Córdoba has a lot to discover and the many remains in the city will amaze you. Take an audio guided tour of the city and discover fantastic sights such as the world famous Mezquita Cathedral, Puente Romano de Córdoba, Alcázar de los Reyes Cristianos, the Synagogue of Córdoba and Torre de Calahorra. In addition, during this audio tour you will admire the distinctive patios scattered throughout the city and take the most memorable photos in Calleja de las Flores. Get out and about and get to know the extraordinary Córdoba.
Why Visit: An 8th-century mosque with 856 columns where they built an entire cathedral inside in 1236 - religious architecture literally crossing paths.
The red-white arch pattern has hypnotized visitors for 1200 years. Charles V later regretted: "You destroyed something unique for something found everywhere." The mihrab still points to Mecca through all Catholic additions.
Ever Wondered: where Columbus convinced Isabella and Ferdinand to fund his American voyage in 1492?
Right here. The Catholic Monarchs used this palace as Reconquista headquarters. Later it became the Spanish Inquisition's prison. Now orange trees and Moorish fountains fill the gardens. This audio guide Córdoba reveals torture chambers turned into wedding venues.
The Story Behind: This 1st-century BC bridge carried all Guadalquivir traffic for 2000 years.
16 of 17 arches remain originally Roman. San Rafael has protected from the middle since 1651. Game of Thrones filmed Volantis scenes here. Romans, Moors, and Christians all marched across.
Local Secret: Only 3 of Córdoba's 300 synagogues survive - Spain's best-preserved Jewish heritage.
The 1315 synagogue survived as a shoemaker's chapel. Maimonides was born here in 1135. Streets so narrow you can touch both walls. This walking tour Córdoba shows how the prettiest patios hide behind plain doors - residents might invite you in if you're polite. The Jewish community thrived here for 300 years until 1492's expulsion.
What You'll Find: Ruins of a complete caliphate city from 936 where 10,000 people lived.
Abd al-Rahman III employed 10,000 workers for 40 years. Destroyed after just 70 years. Only 10% excavated. This self guided tour needs half a day.
Back in May: Residents open their private courtyards for a competition running since 1921.
Geraniums, jasmine, and azulejos make each patio unique. Outside May, visit 12 with a patio route ticket. San Basilio has the best. Families perfect their patios for generations.
