Cordoba - a city in Andalusia (southern Spain), on the slope of the spur of the Sierra Morena, on the right bank of the Guadalquivir, in a fertile, very hot area; capital of the province of Cordoba. The city was founded during the reign of Rome.

Today, Cordoba is a modern city of medium size, with a population of 321 thousand people. The old city contains many magnificent architectural monuments of the time when Cordoba was the capital of the Cordoba Caliphate, which occupied almost the entire Iberian Peninsula.

EU Initiative - The European Capital of Culture has also affected Cordoba. The city is a candidate for acquiring the status of the European Capital of Culture in 2016.

It is one of the most picturesque cities in Spain. Cordoba was the cradle of philosophers, scientists, artists and sages. And in our time, many famous artists, bullfighters and flamenco performers have come from Cordoba. In addition, the city is known for the most beautiful women of Andalusia.

Cordoba sights such as the Alcazar, which was the summer palace of the king and queen of Spain. In 1489, Christopher Columbus met in the palace with Queen Isabella and King Fernando. The palace is notable for its gardens and Roman mosaic on the walls. Noteworthy is the fortress of Calahorra, built by the Arabs, a large Jewish quarter with a medieval synagogue.

Cordoba is famous for its high-quality olive oil, here you can see how it is produced. Cordoba wineries are known for their wines Amontillado and Oloroso with a delicious bouquet. The cuisine of this region is typically Mediterranean, in which olive oil and vegetables play a dominant role.

At the end of May, the city hosts the “Feria de Cordoba”, where you can enjoy dancing and flamenco songs. This is an unforgettable holiday with its impressive night illumination, vibrant colors and typical flamenco costumes.

Cordoba is a beautiful, quiet city with few tourists, and art, history and gastronomy are the three main reasons to visit it.