Mezquita Mosque, Cordoba Guide

Often overlooked,  this ancient capital of El Andalus which has been declared a World Heritage Site, is a living legacy of the diverse cultures that settled in it throughout history. With the world famous Mezquita, one of the most stunning churches in the world as reason enough to visit, it is also charming with its labyrinth of winding, narrow streets, shady flower-filled courtyards and picturesque squares.

Visitors today would be surprised to know that Cordoba is Spain's 10th largest city by population with around 320,000 residents.  Yet it feels like a small provincial town. But don't make the mistake of just visiting the Mezquita then heading off as there's a lot more to Cordoba than the Mosque.  In fact many of our guests have commented that Cordoba was the highlight of all the places they stayed in Spain.

You can wander around the tiny streets of the Judería (Jewish Quarter) with their flower filled patios.  Here you'll come across one of the last three remaining Synagogues in Spain, the others being in Toledo.  You must visit the beautiful gardens of the Catholic Kings (Alcazár) where Columbus first sought finance for his voyage of discovery from Fernando and Isabella.  And a stroll across the Roman bridge past the Moorish waterwheels to the other side of the Guadalquivir river is a great spot for a panoramic view of the historical heart of the city which is particularly beautiful at sunset.

Cordoba is more than just churches, palaces, monuments and museums.  It is a very special place, to be  spent wandering its tiny streets, relaxing in its beautiful little squares, drinking in its traditional old bars and dining in its fine restaurants is time well spent.   From Casa Sonana,  Cordoba is just over 2 hours drive away.