Cordoba is Argentina's colonial capital, a picturesque city of a million on the edge of a mountain range known as the Sierra Chica. Because of its proximity to the mountains, Cordoba is a perfect base for excursions into the natural beauty of the Andes. Cordoba was Argentina's center of arts and learning, a place of scholars and priests, churches and universities.

Mezquita / Cordoba Cathedral Cordoba's Mezquita is the grandest and most beautiful mosque ever constructed by the Moors in Spain. It stands right in the centre of the city, surrounded by the old Jewish and Moorish quarters. When the Christians reconquered the city they were so overwhelmed by its beauty that they built the Cathedral within the Mosque.Judería At the heart of the tiny streets which make up Córdoba's old Jewish quarter is one of Spain's few remaining synagogues (c/Maimónides 18). Only three survived the Jewish expulsions of 1492.Plaza de la Corredera The ayuntamiento (town hall) building lies on the site of a ruined Roman temple which is under constant restoration. Nearby the Corredera has undergone impressive reconstruction in the last few years. This square has been a Roman amphitheatre.

Cordoba provides you with modern and traditional goods. The City Center has department stores, boutiques and specialty shops that offer products at good prices. Traditional products such as silver filigree works and leather working are to be found in street markets and small shops in the old quarter, the Mezquita and the Jewish quarter.The main areas for shopping are at the Plaza de las Tendillas - on the Conde de Gondomar and the Jose Cruz Conde. Also at the Avenida de Gran Capitan and Ronda de los Tejares. There are also some silver filigree shops around the Mezquita and the Jewish Quarter and leather products at the Calleja de las Flores. For gifts and souvenirs, go to the Jewish Quarter - at DEanes, Romero and Torrijos.The famous Spanish department store El Corte Ingles also has a branch here.

Cordoba food is full of color and richness in taste. Cordoban chefs may include shiny red peppers, bright orange pumpkin and purple grapes in their recipes, with saffron, cumin and other exotic spices adding the flavor. The Cordobans adjust easily and make do with what is availabl in the market. There are many dishes and drinks in Cordoba that prove to be strong temptations to the palate. Cordoban food is typically Mediterranean and tasty. These are just some of the specialties in Cordoba: Paella (a dish made with rice mixed with vegetables and meat, sometimes seafood is also added), Gazpacho (an Andalusian staple, a cold soup made of tomatoes, vinegar and garlic), Salmorejo (a thicker version of the gazpacho), Salchichon de Pozo Blanco (sausage), Morcilla (blood sausage), Rabo de Toro (oxtail stew), Calamares fritos (fried squid, breaded and deep fried into crispy perfection). Another must-try is the tapas, which are savory tidbits, small portions of the above dishes and other kinds of food (cheese, ham, seafood). They is best consumed while standing at a bar with a drink. Tapas, since they are small servings, are a highly economical way to taste the dishes Cordoba has to offer.

The annual average temperatures are approximately between 16° C and 17° C. Temperatures could vary throughout the year within a range in between 14 and 15° C

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