Mezquita de Córdoba
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Mezquita de Córdoba - by Gerhard Bögner from Pixabay
Description
The Mosque–Cathedral of Córdoba, best known as the Mezquita, is the city's most important religious edifice and one of Spain's most visited. It started as a Mosque built in the late 8th century, when Córdoba was the capital of the Muslim-controlled region of Al-Andalus, and expended several times with minaret, a richly decorated new mihrab and maqsura section. It was converted to a Cathedral when the city was captured by the Christian forces of Ferdinand III of Castile but saw little modifications until the 16th century when a Renaissance nave and transept were inserted, and the minaret converted to a bell tower. The monument has been highly influential on subsequent "Moorish" architecture in the country.
Access & Transport
Address: nº 1 calle Cardenal Herrero. The closest bus stop is 'Puerta del Puente' (3, 12) Entrance for visitors with reduced mobility is via Puerta de Deanes.
Instructions & Recommendations
Access for worship is through the Puerta de las Palmas. This is a place of worship so visitors should behave appropriately and dress conservatively. Children must be accompanied by an adult
Environmental & Social
The ongoing environmental footprint is low, and the ticket fees help maintain the monument which is part of the city's cultural and architectural heritages
Conclusion
A personal favourite of this analyst. The Mezquita is an experience, in the true sense of the word. Highly recommended and very much worth a trip to Cordoba.
Key positive
Gorgeous interior architecture
Unique
Centrally located with other top touristic sights nearby
Key negative
Can be crowded
Expensive for a religious monument
Suitability
No religious denomination restrictions. Accessible for visitors with reduced mobility
About this Rating
TYPE
Onsite
RESEARCHED IN
June 2024
PROVIDER
Koreval
av. transport time:0h 15m
est. visit time:2h
MONDAY10:00 - 19:00
TUESDAY10:00 - 19:00
WEDNESDAY10:00 - 19:00
THURSDAY10:00 - 19:00
FRIDAY10:00 - 19:00
SATURDAY10:00 - 19:00
SUNDAY08:30 - 11:30
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SUNDAY15:00 - 19:00