Spain Guide
Andalucía
Alcázar de los Reyes Cristianos
Opening time: July & Aug Tues– Sun 10am–2pm; Sept– June Tues– Sat 10am–2pm & 5.30–7.30pm, Sun 9.30am–2.30pm; gardens only Tues– Sun 8pm– midnight
Price: €4, evening gardens visit €2; free on Fri
After the Christian conquest, Córdoba's Alcázar was rebuilt by Fernando and Isabel – hence its name, Alcázar de los Reyes Cristianos. The buildings are a bit dreary, having served as the residence of the Inquisition from 1428 to 1821. However, they display some fine mosaics from Roman Córdoba, among which is one of the largest complete Roman mosaics in existence, and the wonderful gardens make a great place to get your breath back.