Arab city and palace built in the 10th century under the reign of the Umayyad caliph, Abd al-Rahman III. It covers an area of 112 hectares, though only a tenth has been excavated.

Elements such as the entrance gates, mosque, dwellings, etc. are clearly visible. The most important structure is the Hall of Abd al-Rahman III. However it is currently closed to the public and restoration work will not be completed until 2011.

I recommend Madinat al-Zahra as another of the places to visit in Cordoba, alongside the Mezquita or the Juderia.

The site is a 30-minute drive west of Cordoba. There is a coach at 11am and at 4.30pm, returning an hour and a half later. Tickets must be bought in advance at tourist offices or online. I recommend the 'Cordoba Card' which includes an interesting guided tour.
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A great tapas restaurant in the very heart of old Cordoba, in the Jewish district. It was so good we went twice while we visited this amazing city. The kids loved tasting all those different dishes and the people were so friendly.

Calle Romero 1, Córdoba

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If you are visiting Córdoba with children take a ride in a horse drawn cart, the kids will love it and you will get to see this wonderful Andalucian city in peace and comfort. if you are nice to the driver he will even let the kids ride in front and lead the horse - with a little help!

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A Spanish Cordoban house from the 12th century al-Andalus period. This house that represents all the subtleties of the period has been turned into a museum. It's designed to bring out the influence of the Muslim al-Andulus throughout European civilization, and includes inventions from the Muslim era and objects from their daily articles are also on display.

Museo de Salma en la Calle Judíos de la Judería de Córdoba

Directora- Salma Garaudy

Calle Judíos, 12, 14004, Córdoba.

Telf. y Fax- 957 29 06 42, llamadas nacionales, o 34,57 29 06 42, llamadas internacionales.

www.hqpress.com/entertainment/casa-andulusi-on-the-pursuit-of-the-lost-civilization.html

www.cordobacard.com/es/Contenido.aspx?id=8

www.rogerdarlington.me.uk/Andalucia.html

www.traveljournals.net/pictures/spain/cordoba/

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The synagogue is unique in itself because it is only one of three which survive in Spain (the other two are in Toledo). Forunately, this synagogue built in 1316 survived the Jewish expulsion of 1492 and so it is a testament to the revered religious mix of Córdoba. It has some fine stucco work and a womens' gallery.

C/Judíos in Córdoba's Jewish district.
Entry is free to EU citizens (passport needed)
Opening hours are Tues-Sat 9.30am-2pm and 3.30-5.30pm.

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This imposing palace has fine mosiacs excavated from the Roman areas of Córdoba as well as relaxing gardens - a good spot for getting your breath back after seeing the overwhelming delights of the mosque. You wouldn't have thought that it was the site of the Spanish Inquisition between 1428 and 1821!

Ronda de Isasa, Córdoba
(just around the corner from the mosque).
Entrance fee is normally 2 euros - but go on a Friday and it costs nothing to get into the palace.
Opening hours are Tues-Sat 10am-2pm and 5.30pm-7.30pm.

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As I was writing my degree dissertation about the Moorish occupation of Spain a visit to one of the most famous mosques in the world was a must for me. It is a visit which I will never forget as the mosque is more beautiful than I could ever imagine. The mosque in Córdoba is a must-see monument in Spain as pictures in brochures just don't do justice to its elegance and innovative design. The red and white horseshoe arches provide an airy feel to the place and allow for intended contemplation and prayer. Don't miss both the Patio de los Naranjos with its cleansing fountains and orange trees blooming underneath the cathedral belfry tower (which you can sometimes climb for views of the mosque and Córdoba) and the mihrab inside the mosque - the marble design of which has been copied throughout Spain and north Africa.

Corregidor, Córdoba - a 15 min walk or bus ride from the bus station which is situated to the north of the city centre. Entrance fee is 6.50 euro.
Opening hours: April-Sept, Mon-Sat 10am-7.30pm, Sun 2-7.30pm. Oct-March, Mon-Sat 10am-5.30pm, Sun 2-6.30pm.

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