With the rest of the afternoon and a morning at my disposal, I wandered around the narrow alleys that make up the historic centre looking for imposing and architecturally interesting landmarks.
The Palacio de Congresos y Exposiciones has quite a mix of uses, from retail to restaurant to a tourist information centre. It was built in the 1510s as the Hospital of San Sabastian built, and converted into its current function in 1980. Venture in to see the big interior courtyard and shaded hallways.
There are many different streetscapes around here, from old city walls to quiet courtyards to enjoy a nice drink. The Arab invaders brought scientists, scholars, philosophers, and traders, which helped Cordoba blossom.
Parroquia de la Trinidad was built in the mid-17th century. The entrance on the main facade has unique spiralling columns, while the church exhibits the Baroque style.
I had short stays in each of Andalucia's towns, knowing that the weather would pretty much always be sunny and long so I could stuff my itinerary full. Nevertheless, the June afternoon can be a scorcher so I ended up taking siesta like the locals.
A lovely arch marks an alley leading into the Church of San Francisco and San Eulogio de la Axerquia, which dates from the 13th century but changes were made during Baroque times.
Plaza del Potro is named after the Renaissance fountain at the centre of this square. Cattle was once sold here, although you won't be seeing them anywhere today.
Iglesia de Santa Victoria was built in the late 18th century with a curved portico held up by 6 columns.
