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Cordoba was founded by the Romans but
eventually became the capital of all of Islamic
Spain.
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Photo
Right -Patio inside the Meryan Leather Shop
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The
Mezquita's construction was
started by the Muslims over 1200 years
ago. It was converted into a
cathedral in the 14th century. Today it
is an active church and a major tourist
attraction of Spain.
Time line:
- City
founded by the Romans in
169 BC.
- The Muslim
invaders took the city in
711 AD.
- In 929 AD
the region became
independent from Baghdad
and formed its own
kingdom.
- After 1000
AD the kingdom fell into
anarchy
- In 1236 AD
the city was taken by
Fernando III.
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Photo
Left - A
section of
the old Cordoba city wall still stands. On one
side is this park, and on the other it becomes a
part of the homes, stores and hotels.
Photo below - "Hot day in Cordoba," the musician's dog decides to rest while his master takes lunch. |
As Cordoba is connected to Madrid and Seville by the AVI high speed train, it is possible to visit the city as a day trip from either city. From Madrid the train ride is about one and one half hours (one way).
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During the first
few weeks of May Cordoba hosts the "Festival
of the Patios". During this event,
private homes open themselves to the public to
show off their floral displays.
Note - If you
want to attend this festival, make certain to
make hotel reservations well in advance.
Go inside Inside the Mezquita
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