Cordoba, where cultures come together

Over the centuries, the different peoples and cultures who settled in Cordoba left a priceless legacy of monuments in the streets of the city. If you come to southern Spain, then make a note to visit this destination. This city in Andalusia had all of Europe in awe during the Middle Ages. When you see its stunning heritage, you will understand why.

Its historic quarter has been declared a World Heritage Site by the UNESCO, although the main protagonist is actually the Great Mosque. It is considered the most important Islamic monument in the West, and is doubtless one of the world's most fascinating works of art. Its "forest" of columns, its two-tone arches and its decor, along with the Gothic, Renaissance and Baroque elements of the Christian cathedral built within it make this a unique, stunning architectural site.

Besides the Great Mosque you will find other magnificent buildings in this city. A gentle stroll around the historic centre will take you to the Alcázar (Palace) of the Christian Monarchs, with its beautiful gardens, its Moorish baths, and the Mosaic Room, where you can see the wonderful collection ofRoman mosaics found beneath Plaza de la Corredera Square. Head for the narrow streets of the Jewish Quarter where you can admire the beautiful plasterwork of its Synagogue. Also worth visiting are the Medina Azahara archaeological site, the typical Cordoba patios at Viana Palace, the Potro Inn, mentioned in "Don Quixote", the Baroque Merced Convent, Calahorra Tower...

In Spain, enjoying art and culture is an unforgettable experience. In Cordoba too: start planning your holiday and come and see for yourself.

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Travel the halal way and discover... Cabo de Gata (Almería)

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The province of Almería can boast of having the first sea-land park of Andalusia, Cabo de Gata-Nijar Natura Park, with impressive cliffs, small and hidden coves, finde gold sandy beaches and marine depths of incredible beauty, ideal for scuba diving.

You must visit different enclaves within the park, such as the village of Nijar, featuring Mudejar style church, that used to be and old, and walk around its white narrows streets with and Arab layout.

Also, you can visit the mining village of Rodalquilar and the industrial plan of Agua Amarga, as well as Los Genoveses and El Mónsul beaches, in San José.

In the easternmost part of the park, you must aso visit the villages of Cuevas del Almanzora, Garrucha Mojacar, Vera and Carboneras.

Cabo de Gata-Níjar Natural Park comprises unique spaces and landscapes, with the single volcanic origin mountains in the Iberian Peninsula, a coastal strip plenty of dunes, beaches and salt mines, and protected sea mile with rich sea beds.

There are over 100 singular species in this natural park, a paradise for enviromentalists and botanists. You must stand out the abocetas of Autouin seagulls, among others.

Yet another clear example of Cabo de Gata the natural richness is its sea bed that makes of this park one of the most attractive places por scuba diving lovers.

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