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The Soul of Cordoba
Late afternoon and evening tour - The appeal of this UNESCO Heritage site is universal, but it's after dark when it really comes into its own.Cordoba was the capital of the celebrated Islamic kingdom of Al-Andalus, becoming one of the largest and most enlightened cities in Europe during the 9th and 10th centuries. It was known as the Ornament of the World.
Highlights
- Enjoy a special night time visit of the Mezquita with a magical light and sound display
- Visit the old Jewish Quarter and enjoy evening tapas in the centre of the city (not included)
- Stroll some of the hidden gems of this jewel of a city and contemplate its brilliant past
- See the Roman bridge that spans the Guadalquivir River
About the tour
Our Cordoba tours take you back in time, to reveal the customs, traditions and lifestyle of the “The City of the Three Religions” where Islam, Christianity and Judaism co-existed in harmony and peace.
We take you to Cordoba in the evening, because once the sun starts to set, the secrets of these traditions are easier to appreciate as the city takes on a quieter and more intimate atmosphere.
Departing after lunch to allow you a relaxing morning at your accommodation, we take the 2.5 hour journey through the olive groves of the province of Cordoba and arrive just as the large tour groups are leaving.
A stroll through the Old Jewish Quarter will take us past the ancient synagogue, one of only two that remain in Andalucia. We will see a sublimely intimate Christian chapel built in the Moorish style and then take a drink on the rooftop of an exclusive hotel to contemplate the view over the former Great Mosque, or Mezquita, now the Catholic Cathedral.
After a delicious local dinner (price not included), your highlight will be an impressive night visit to the Mezquita. This stunning display of sound and light effects brings to life the sheer scale and glorious architecture of this unique building. A stroll across the restored Roman Bridge takes us back to our waiting bus for the relaxing journey home.
ALL TOURS ARE AVAILABLE AS PRIVATE TOURS FOR YOU OR YOUR FAMILY/GROUP/PARTY
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