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In the 11th and 12th centuries, Cordoba counted about 3,000 mosques, the "Grand Mosque" or "Mezquita" was the central mosque. Upon the arrival of the Christians, the mosque remained mostly intact. In the middle, a cathedral was built, and the minaret was converted into a bell tower. The Mezquita retained its position as the most important place of worship. Take time to visit this magnificent mosque-cathedral and admire its pillars, ceiling, interior and beautifully decorated doors. The Mezquita mosque and cathedral claims to be the world’s third largest worship place
The Alcazar de los Reyes Cristianos – a castle covering about 4000 sq.mts of land houses a sarcophagus made of marble dating 3rd century. While the castle was built during Christian rule, the gardens of the castle are typically Moorish with their signature cascades and ponds and fragrant plants.