Tryp Los Gallos Cordoba Avda. Medina Azahara, 7 Online Booking

A leisurely walk takes you to the heart and life of Cordoba. The Jewish Quarter with its synagogue - one of the last three remaining in Spain, tiny streets, flower pots and artisan fayre. Walk the Roman Bridge over the River and past the Moorish waterwheels where you will be graced with panoramic views across the city.

Our Cathedral is a fine display of the harmony now found between Arabian architecture and Roman craftsmanship - built inside the Mezquita Mosque - deemed to be far too beautiful to destroy the Romans left it for all to enjoy. Columns, paintings and sheer elegance with enthral you.

Fiestas, flamencos, wines, tapas, times spent sitting in pretty squares are all part of life here. Our once Mecca of the West is simply the best place to unwind, dine in one of the many restaurants serving local dishes and international cuisine, taste the wines and philosophise about days gone by.

Home to the artist Julio Romero of which you can celebrate his life and works in the Julio Romero de Torres Museum and visit the Fine Arts Museum, Bullfighting and Archaeology for an interesting and educational time.

Be sure to buy a few items from the local craftsmen and women - lace, hats, ceramics, leather works, wood carvings, arts and crafts.