Mosque-Cathedral Small Group Guided Tour Tour in Spanish
ID: GYG80154-O-113523
Category:
Country: Spain
Duration:
01:00 hours
Description
Take a small group guided tour of the Mosque–Cathedral of Córdoba and learn about its origins as an Islamic place of worship and conversion to a Catholic cathedral in the 13th century.
Enter the magnificent Mosque–Cathedral of Córdoba to experience a former mosque turned Catholic cathedral following the Reconquista of the Middle Ages.
Discover an amazing mix of architectural styles constructed over 9 centuries. Standing in the historic center of Córdoba, the cathedral is considered one of the most beautiful examples of Muslim art and architecture in Spain. First built in 785 by the Muslim emir Abd-el-Rahman I on the site of the ancient Visigoth church of San Vicente, the church was first divided into Muslim and Christian halves.
Once inside, see parts of the original building on its eastern side, and step on some of the eroded steps of the old minaret.
Highlights
- Learn how a cathedral was built inside a mosque after the Christian Reconquista
- Admire the cathedral's Baroque altarpiece and the mahogany choir stalls
- Explore one of he best examples of Islamic art and architecture in Spain
- Learn about this incredible building in a Very Small group max 8 people
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
Masks are required while indoors
Meeting point: olive tree near the fountain in Patio de los Naranjos, Mezquita-Catedral de Córdoba, It's the only olive tree in Patio de los Naranjos, the rest are orange trees
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
Cancellation is not possible. If you cancel it anyway or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity and the money you paid will not be refunded.
