Tree lined streets, little markets and dare I say it after my last post reasonable architecture in keeping with it’s surroundings.
Saw the Puerta del Puente, which I was unable to ascertain exactly what it represents. I believe originally it was the gate to the city. Then walked on a bridge which was built on the original roman foundations to the Torre del Cahorra. This is a tower at the end of the bridge and presumably was the first line of defence for the city. It certainly looked as though it was built with all the usual niceness of medieval times i.e. holes for hot oil or tar etc.
Then went back to the hotel which overlooks the beautiful Cordoba and unfortunately part of a massive building site. Definitely by far my favorite city.
Then this morning (Saturday) got into the city for 9:30.
Went straight to the Alcatzar de los Reyes Christianos. I would describe this as a mini Alhambra but with a more medieval slant than Moorish. Surprisingly the most beautiful bit was the gardens.
Then I parted company with the others whilst the paced the modern shops I soaked in the atmosphere and beauty of the ‘thin’ streets. They have such a cosy feel to them I could sit here all day and describe them.
I met up with the rest of the family and enjoyed a tomato and mozarella salad. Although whilst the tomatoes were really sun ripened the chef had gone a bit overboard on the mixed herbs. They could really do with visiting Sainsburys in the UK and trying the taste the difference buffalo mozarella.
After lunch we went back to the hotel and had a siesta. Had a great meal finish with Cardenal Mendoza brandy.
Will leave Cordoba happy to have seen southern Spain full of ideas for our next visit. Viva Espania !
