Cordoba, Spain

On day 2 we grabbed a 9am train to Cordoba. Nestled in the heart of southern Spain, Córdoba is a melting pot of cultures, where Roman, Islamic, Jewish, and Christian influences blend into a mesmerizing tapestry of history and architecture.

We had tickets to enter the Mezquita Cathedral and all of a sudden from all around there are sirens, fire trucks and police cars whiz pass us. So many fire trucks and police cars we were surprised by Cordoba's resources. The area was cordoned off and we were told to come back later. So we followed our fellow tourist and wandered the streets for a bit.                     

Turns out it was a fire drill.Turns out they happen often. While we waited we walked around. Grabbed a cup of coffee.

Walked a part of the Roman Bridge and then we headed back to the Mezquita, a stunning, historic Spanish building famous for its forest of red-and-white striped horseshoe arches, originally an 8th-century Islamic mosque converted into a Catholic cathedral after the Reconquista, featuring unique double arches, a stunning mihrab, and a blend of Islamic and Christian architecture.

It is a jaw dropping moment when you first enter and see the columns and arches.

and then you feel continually awed by the mix architectural styles.. it transitions so beautifully. If only we as people could do the same.

Once we were done we walked around some more.. so many pretty streets to weave in and out of.

While most of Europe struggled under the Dark Ages, medieval Córdoba was Europe's intellectual and cultural jewel under Islamic rule (8th-11th centuries), a thriving capital known as the "City of Light," boasting vast libraries, advanced science, stunning architecture. representing a high point of civilization, demonstrating advanced urbanism, religious tolerance, and intellectual richness.

We had a delightful meal at Umaueyon.

We took a 6pm train back to Seville. Had dinner at Tanto Manto.. the city really came alive at night.. but we were tired and headed back to our hotel.

Wishing everyone a Happy New Year! See you in 2026.

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