Cordoba
James became a frequent flyer on our trips, so to celebrate his birthday, we decided to go to the mesmerizing city of Cordoba. This city is a little different because it has a lot of influence from the Moores, which means different culture, art and architecture.
Peak
La Mezquita was the absolute peak! It was a place that we had only seen in history books and seeing it in real life was unbelievable. We roamed through the high arches, taking in the sites. With both Christian and Muslim influences, it was really interesting to see the mix of culture, religion and history.
Valley
While phones were our main source of photography in Spain, a professional camera or at least a point and shoot would have been great for this trip. La Mezquita was amazing but our pictures definitely didn’t do it justice.
Appreciation
While in Cordoba we stayed in a quaint AirBNB. On our last night in the city we snuck up on the roof and had an incredible view with a starry night above us. We talked for a while and came to the realization that this journey was one of the most amazing experiences of our lives. We would probably never have the opportunity to be this light and carefree, so we took it all in and appreciated the picturesque moment.
Córdoba’s real charms unfold as you explore the winding, stone-paved lanes…wandering between wrought-iron balconies and lamps, potted plants, overhanging trees, golden-stone buildings and verdant interior patios, emerging every few minutes on yet another quaint little hidden plaza.
-Lonely Planet
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