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Two cities in Andalucia are among the best ‘food destinations’ in Spain – according to National Geographic

NATIONAL Geographic has named two Andalucian cities some of Spain’s best ‘food destinations’. The prestigious travel magazine celebrated the second edition of its ‘Readers Prize Awards’ yesterday, January 18. The 2024 edition

19 Jan, 2024 @ 13:33

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This ‘vibrant’ port town in southern Spain is loved by Spaniards and is a hidden gem for holidaymakers – according to the Express

THE Express has praised a ‘vibrant’ port town in southern Spain which is loved by local tourists. Andalucia has long been a favourite holiday destination for Brits abroad, and while many will

20 Dec, 2023 @ 16:42

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Explore Cordoba's Finest Glamping Retreats: Unveiling two of Spain's premier sites

EXPLORE SPAIN: Cordoba’s Finest Glamping Retreats

GLAMPING has found its thriving hub in Cordoba. Amid the stunning landscapes, these campgrounds offer a new way to appreciate the beauty of nature without sacrificing comfort.

15 Aug, 2023 @ 08:45

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DON’T MISS: The Best of What’s On in Spain

Top events in Spain for the week and month ahead from Malaga to Madrid via Barcelona and Cordoba. THE WEEK AHEAD Ronda Romantica (May 11-13). Ronda (Malaga) wholeheartedly returns to the heady

8 May, 2023 @ 12:30

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Why the city of Cordoba should be top of your travel list right now

SPAIN is not short of beautiful cities oozing history from between the cracks of their ancient iconic buildings, such as Granada’s Alhambra and Sevilla’s Alcazar. But one comes above the rest, according

30 Apr, 2023 @ 12:45

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Palace Of Medina Azahara Near Cordoba In Andalusia, Spain

LITERARY INSPIRATION: How the ruined Moorish city of Madinat al-Zahra outside Spain’s Cordoba inspired a trilogy

WHEN I first heard about the ruins of Madinat al-Zahra, I was intrigued by the idea that a palace-city of such magnificence should have lasted for such a short time. Civilisations come

19 Mar, 2023 @ 16:30

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WHERE TO EAT IN ANDALUCIA: A taste of Cordoba’s tastiest treats

CÓRDOBA was a Roman colony, an Islamic capital and a cultural crossroads where Christian, Jewish and Moorish influences mixed. From Roman olive oil to the sweet and sour flavours of Arabic dishes,

8 Jan, 2023 @ 13:54

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Have a fino day out in Spain’s Cordoba

WHILE I’m here in Spain, I’m eager to make the most of the three day weekends that I have and do a bit of travelling. I have ambitiously pinned a map of Andalucia

2 Jan, 2023 @ 19:00

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REVIEW: Living amongst Roman remains in Andalucia’s Cordoba

WHEN the owners of Cordoba’s most charming boutique hotel decided to expand a few years ago they knew there would be something below the building next door. But what the Hospes Palacio

19 Dec, 2022 @ 09:45

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REVIEW: A trip to Andalucia’s Cordoba to taste why Noor has two Michelin stars

HALF science lesson, half history, a meal at Cordoba’s culinary science lab, known as Noor, is an essential journey for anyone interested in Spanish food. Very much the rising star of Andalucia’s

18 Dec, 2022 @ 15:45

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La Inglesa: The extraordinary love story behind a winery in the heart of Spain’s Andalucia and the Englishwoman that inspired it

NESTLED in the heart of Andalucia you can find the Sierra de Montilla (Cordoba), an unexpected paradise for wine lovers. Often eclipsed by the nearby historically famous wine region, Jerez, Montilla-Moriles is

10 Aug, 2022 @ 10:15

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King of the castles: Five of the most beautiful castillos to visit in Spain

FROM austere hilltop fortresses to splendid royal palaces and stunning Moorish alcazars, Spain out-castles all of Europe with over 2,500 to explore. Andalucia, fought over by Moors and Christians for seven centuries,

25 Jun, 2022 @ 15:30

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Patios of Cordoba: Where even the most reluctant gardener will find inspiration

It had been on my bucket list for years and yet somehow, I had never quite got round to it, but with foreign travel curbed and curfews still in place, it was

13 May, 2022 @ 08:00

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Blooming brilliant: More than 49,000 people visit the autumn patios in Spain’s Cordoba

SOME 50,000 people have visited the Autumn Patios of Cordoba over the two weekend special autumn festival to mark 100 years since the patio contest began. As of Saturday 23, a total

25 Oct, 2021 @ 10:00

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Back in bloom: Cordoba patios reopen for special autumn festival

LOS Patios de Cordoba will reopen this October and will feature 16 venues over two weekends in a special autumn treat to mark 100 years since the festival began. The event, which

21 Oct, 2021 @ 08:45

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Mad about Madinat: How the ruined Moorish city outside Spain’s Cordoba inspired a trilogy

Novelist Joan Fallon guides us around the ruined city that proved to be an inspiration...

28 May, 2021 @ 08:45

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Walk this way: Why Cordoba should be top of your Spain travel list

For most tourists Cordoba is all about the Mesquita, the Alcazar and the Roman bridge. Laurence Crumbie took the road less travelled and found a city chock full of treasures.

27 May, 2021 @ 17:39

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IN PICS: A look around the unmissable monument and UNESCO World Heritage Site that is Cordoba’s Mesquita-catedral

THE iconic symbol of Cordoba is the stunning Mosque-Cathedral, which is an extraordinary example of the blending of Muslim and Christian cultures. Built in the 8th Century under the rule of Amir

27 May, 2021 @ 17:21

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Cordoba’s Alcazar de los Reyes Cristianos: Where the Christian, Roman and Moorish meet

FEW places in Spain boast a history as rich and varied as Cordoba’s breathtaking Alcazar. Founded in 1328 by Alfonso XI, this palace has served as everything from the residence of the

27 May, 2021 @ 17:07

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Blooming gorgeous: Cordoba’s famous patio festival in pictures

IT is said that ‘a picture is worth a thousand words’, so feast your eyes on these gorgeous blooms captured by photographer Paul D Thacker on a visit to Cordoba during the

27 May, 2021 @ 09:00

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Cordoba voted most beautiful historic city in Spain in Lonely Planet survey

THE Andalucian city of Cordoba has been voted the most beautiful in Spain in a recent online survey. The study was carried out on the popular travel and culture website Lonely Planet’s

2 Feb, 2021 @ 12:00

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Flavours of Córdoba: A tour of Córdoba’s tastiest dishes

The city owes its rich culinary repertoire to the mix of cultures that have passed through

20 Aug, 2018 @ 09:00

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