Kordoba

Monuments & Heritage

Córdoba’s architectural legacy spans two millennia, showcasing the intersection of Roman engineering, Islamic artistry, and Christian Gothic-Mudejar styles. This collection highlights the UNESCO-listed ruins of Medina Azahara, the fortified Calahorra Tower, and the Roman Bridge. It also features the 1st-century Valdepuentes aqueduct and the archaeological site of Ategua, alongside historic churches like San Lorenzo and Santa María Magdalena, which represent the city's medieval transformation following the Christian conquest.

Roman Bridge

Ancient Roman stone arch bridge and viaduct featuring cobblestone pavement and Islamic architectural elements. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its historical and cultural significance as well as its role as a filming location.

Calahorra Tower

The Calahorra tower is a fortified gate in the historic centre of Córdoba, Spain. The edifice is of Islamic origin.

Medina Azahara

Madinat al-Zahra or Medina Azahara was a fortified palace-city on the western outskirts of Córdoba in present-day Spain.

San Lorenzo, Córdoba

San Lorenzo is a church in Córdoba, Andalusia, southern Spain. Situated in the historic centre, it was one of the twelve religious buildings…

Santa María Magdalena, Córdoba

Santa María Magdalena is a church in Córdoba, Spain, built in the Mudejar style.

Molino de Téllez

A historic water mill located along the Guadalquivir River, representing Córdoba's traditional hydraulic architecture.

Castillo de Torres Cabrera

A medieval fortification featuring a prominent tower, originally built to defend the rural estates on the outskirts of the city.

Acueducto de Valdepuentes

Also known as the Aqua Augusta, this 1st-century Roman aqueduct originally supplied water to the city and was later repurposed in the 10th century to serve Medina Azahara.

Ategua

A major archaeological site featuring Iberian and Roman fortifications, famous for its role during the Roman Civil War between Julius Caesar and the Pompeians.

El Gran Pórtico

The monumental eastern entrance to the palace-city of Medina Azahara, characterized by a series of grand horseshoe arches used for ceremonial purposes.