Great Mosque, Cordoba, Andalucia, Spain Great Mosque, Cordoba, Andalucia, Spain


Andalucia, Spain- Excursions

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Seville

Cathedral and Giralda Tower (formerly a minaret) - Climb to the top and be rewarded with the best view of Seville! Chapels housing works of art by Goya, Murillo Zurbaran and Van Dyck as well as the impressive tomb of Christopher Columbus.
Moorish Alcazar Palace - A favoured residence of Spanish kings since the Middle Ages. Originally built by the Moors in the 7th century.
Barrio de Santa Cruz - Wander through the narrow winding cobbled streets, whitewashed houses, and centuries-old gardens.
Reales Alcazáres - 14th century royal palaces built by King Pedro the Cruel.
Hospital of the Venerables - Originally a home for retired priests whose chapel houses a fine collection of paintings as well as murals by Valdés Leal.
Museo de Bellas Artes - Collection of art by Spain's most celebrated painters.
Plaza de España - The Plaza de España and adjoining Maria Luisa Park are among the most pleasant and impressive public spaces in Spain.
Fondation Tres Culturas - Founded in 1998, the Fondation Tres Culturas aims to promote peaceful dialogue between nations. Groups can visit the Fondation and see its many exhibitions and other activities.

Leisure

Aquopolis Water Park, Seville - Water leisure park.
Isla Magica, Seville - Divided into seven areas each representing different episodes in Spanish 16th century history. Rides include the 80km/h suspended roller-coaster, the water Coaster ride El Anaconda and a spectacular virtual roller coaster ride. Seasonal Opening.
Full day to Granada.
Full day to Córdoba.

Granada

La Alhambra - One of the most famous monuments in Andalucía, this beautiful Moorish palace is an essential visit. The mosaic tiles and arched windows providing views over the city are a striking and Combined with a stroll through the Generalife gardens with their numerous water-features.
La Capilla Real - An annex to Granada’s impressive cathedral, the royal chapel was built as a final resting place for the Catholic Monarchs, Fernando and Isabela. There is a museum in the sacristy containing, amongst other artefacts, Isabela’s personal art collection.
Parque de las Ciencias - Granada’s science museum is home to a wide range of interactive displays. The exhibitions cover a wide range of themes from the environment to human perception. There is a planetarium and a butterfly house

Cordoba

Mezquita - Construction began on this beautiful mosque in the 10th century, a time when Córdoba was one of the most important and prosperous cities in Europe. Since then, major Christian alterations have changed the structure but it remains as remarkable as ever. The highlight is the famous pillars and horseshoe arches in red brick and white stone.
Alcazar de los Reyes Católicos & Palacio Episcopal - The Castle of the Catholic Monarchs is located along the banks of the river Guadalquivir. It was home to the Spanish Inquisition from 1490 to 1821. The beautiful gardens still retain Muslim design despite being Christian in origin. Built on the site of the original Muslim Alcazar, the seventeenth-century Palacio Episcopal now houses a museum of religious art.
Torre de la Calahorra - The tower, built in medieval times to guard the Puente Romano, rises up at the far end of the bridge. It now houses the Institute for Dialogue Between Cultures; a museum relating to the history of man and religion. The interactive presentations vividly depict life in 10th century Córdoba. A recording is available in a variety of languages to guide you through the displays.