The town square in the 'new' area of Cordoba After checking in to our very comfortable hotel we set off to explore the town of Cordoba. There are several distinct areas - the ancient, the old and the 'new' (still pretty old!!). The Andalucia's cathedral is a spectacular building built by the region's Arab rulers in the 8th century incorporating Roman and Visigoth features. In the 'golden times' the Muslims, Jews and Christians coinhabitated and created a culture...

A moat along the outside of the two metres thick city wall. The water is as clear as crystal.

One of the many impressive Cordoba doors.

Another door.

Another one. Brass this time.