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Córdoba
Córdoba's historic centre makes the Andalusian city a focused stop for Islamic-era urban history. Summer heat can shape how much ground is comfortable to cover.
Córdoba was the capital of a major emirate and later caliphate, and its historic centre preserves the setting for that history. The city rewards time spent in the old streets as well as at its best-known monument. Its role as a centre of learning under al-Hakam II adds another layer to the visit.
What to look for
The historic centre is recognized as a World Heritage Site.
The city's caliphate history is central to its surviving urban character.
The Mosque-Cathedral sets a Christian cathedral amid an earlier mosque and its striped arches.
Useful to know
In hot months, arrange outdoor walking for cooler parts of the day.
Allow time for the historic centre beyond a single monument visit.
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