The Roman bridge was the first structure that had to be crossed before reaching the gate of Cordoba, Spain. From across the bridge, the Mosque-Cathedral of Cordoba was already imposing.
Puerta del Puente was at the end of the Roman bridge. One can only imagine that the gate was a big deterrent to people who were trying to enter the city of Cordoba in the past. Imagine the Roman guards standing in front of Puerta del Puente!
Turn the corner and look up to the towering walls of the Mosque-Cathedral of Cordoba. The sturdiness of the wall with its intricate designs has withstood the passing of time and its different occupants.
Inside the Mosque-Cathedral of Cordoba, Moorish and Christian influences can be found everywhere – the pillars and arches, the altars, the statues, the frescoes, and even the floors and ceilings. Outside, Jewish influences were dominant along the narrow streets of the Jewish Quarters. It was much like Toledo, Spain.
One day was not enough to immerse in this wonderful place. There has to be a next time! Our next stop was Seville, Spain.
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The inside of the Mosque-Cathedral looks stunning
Yes it does! I could have spent the whole day there looking at all the fine details.
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