Cordoba is located south of Madrid and north of Sevilla. It has been settled and resettled by numerous people who have left behind their art and architecture.
The Mesquita was first built in 785 AD, evolved, and in the 10th century lavish additions were made. During the 16th century a cathedral was built inside
More than 850 arches and columns gave me the impression of infinite splender
The Mihrab, the prayer niche, remains adjacent to the cathedral
The intricate patterns of Moorish architecture contrast with the figurative scenes in the Roman catholic architecture
A contemporary building that sits between the Mesquite and the Ramon bridge is styled to harmonize with both
The bell tower is over 300 feet tall and built on the site of the original minaret