Jewish Heritage Tour of Cordoba
A very special day in Cordoba, legendary former home of Jewish scholars and poets. Awaiting you at Cordoba station will be our Officially Licensed guide, who will take you on a complete tour of everything that Cordoba has to delight. Jews formed a part of Cordoba's cultural mix from as early as the 2nd Century until their expulsion from Spain in 1492.
Once the biggest city in all of Europe, Cordoba thrived and expanded with its unique blend of cultures. These are beautifully expressed with a visit to Mezquita, the most significant Muslim architectural achievement in the Western world. This 8th century structure was first a church, then a mosque, and today has a cathedral oddly placed in its center. Walk the street leading up to the Juderia, with its whitewashed houses and colorful courtyards and shops. Though not Jewish in its current expression, a few signs hint of the Golden Age of Jewish life. Note, for example, the statue of the great court doctor and Torah sage, Maimonides (Rabbi Moshe Ben Maimon) and the tiny, gem-like Synagogue, (the one in which Maimonedes prayed) which is one of only three remaining synagogues in Spain from before the Expulsion of 1492. The Jewish Quarter is the best-known part of Cordoba's historic centre, which was declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1984 and is one of the largest in Europe.
As you wander down picturesque and evocative streets in the restored heart of Cordoba - one of the largest medieval quarters in Europe - it is not difficult to imagine the days when Cordoba was one of the most important cities in Europe. Cordoba's large Juderia has been recently restored and is now filled with charming shops and cafes.
Following your tour our guide will give you many suggestions for lunch in the area - the choice will be yours.
Please join us for this fascinating day!
Services Included:
Services of a private Officially Licensed Guide for a tour of Cordoba, to especially include Jewish Heritage sites
Collection from Cordoba Railway station by our Officially Licensed Guide and taxi transfer to the centre of town
Entrance fees to the Mezquita
Services Not Included:
Meals and Drinks not specified
Tips and Gratuities (Restaurants, etc.)
Tour Dates:
Available upon request all year round.
Tour Prices:
Please note our tours are available for PRIVATE GROUPS ONLY and are not scheduled tours for mixed groups.
