Sights of Cordoba – 25 most interesting places
Cordoba, which combines the architecture and atmosphere of three cultures: Christian, Muslim, is called the priceless pearl of Andalusia. Pages have been written in its ancient history by the Romans, the conquerors – the Moors, who turned the city into the capital of the caliphate of unprecedented beauty and conquered it by the Spaniards. Walking along the ancient Roman bridge built under Julius Caesar, visiting luxurious palaces that have become museums, admiring the architecture of temples and looking at the shrines of three religions is part of the program of millions of tourists visiting this colorful ancient one. Seeing the sights of Cordoba and breathing in the atmosphere of past centuries is like visiting three countries and the distant past at the same time. We invite you to make such an exciting journey.
Mesquite
Among the attractions of Spain, the Mesquito Cathedral is called the pearl, one of the 12 wonders of the country and listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Mesquita stands on the sacred site of the former 11th century Basilica of Saint Vincent. Then the Moors, who conquered Andalusia, built a grandiose mosque instead of a Christian church.
Having recaptured the city, the Spaniards rebuilt the building of the mosque into a Catholic Cathedral. Today, the church appears in a harmonious interweaving of the Moorish style with the architecture of the Renaissance and late Gothic. Inside, the Mesquita is notable for its arches with 856 columns, decorated with jasper, marble, granite and onyx. Next to the wall niche left from the mosque, there is an image of the Mother of God with Jesus.
On the mahogany choirs, images of scenes from the Old and New Testaments, the Virgin Mary and Christ and local saints are admired. At the outer wall of the Mesquita rises a tower, formerly a minaret and today crowned with a statue of the patron saint of the city, the archangel Raphael. The cathedral is open for visits from 10.00 to 19.00. You can get there by buses number 3 or number 12, get off at the Puerta del Puente stop.
roman bridge
The ancient Roman bridge, which connected the two banks of the Guadalakvir River in the distant 1st century, is an invaluable legacy left by the Romans. It was not only of great importance for the city, but was part of the August road from Rome to Cadiz. In the 14th century, the Calahorra tower appeared on the south side of the bridge, and 200 years later, a pompous construction of the Puerta del Puente entrance gate, which became the entrance to the center of the Old Town, grew opposite the tower.
The length of the Roman bridge, resting on stone pillars separated by 16 arches, was 250 meters. The width of the bridge reaches 7 meters. In the Middle Ages, in the dark, its parapets were illuminated from both sides by torches. Nowadays, they have been replaced by forged lanterns with frosted glass. In the 17th century, a marble column was erected in the middle of the bridge with a statue of the patron saint of the city, Archangel Raphael, on top.
An amazing view of the Roman bridge with the road leading to Puerta del Puente appears from the Calahorra tower. You can walk along the Roman bridge around the clock and for free, see the gate from the inside – from Monday to Friday from 10.00 to 15.00. On weekends and holidays – from 11.00 to 15.00.
Column of the Archangel Raphael
The iconic landmark of the city is the 27-meter column of the Holy Archangel Raphael. A grandiose building of the 17th century rises between the Roman bridge and the Cathedral in Puerta del Puente. With this Column, the townspeople thanked the archangel for saving Cordoba from the plague. The symbolic meaning of the column is seen in each of its parts.
The rough relief of the high plinth symbolizes the underworld. The figures of a palm tree, an eagle and a horse are the personification of the river and the land of Cordoba. As if from the globe, a 6-meter column grows, surrounded by the figures of three local holy martyrs – Acyclus of Cordoba, Victoria and Barbara. The building is crowned with a sculpture of the holy archangel Raphael, the heavenly intercessor, who watches over the city.
Another 10 sculptures of the Holy Archangel Raphael, made mainly of snow-white marble, can be found in city squares and streets, but you cannot confuse the triumphal column in Puerta del Puente with any other.
Calahorra Tower
One of the symbols of the city has long been the ancient three-story tower of Calahorra, which adorned the left bank of the Guadalakvira River. Built at the end of the Roman bridge in the XII century by the Arabs, it served to patrol and repel enemy attacks. Today, the tower appears as a powerful fortification, restored by the Spaniards in the 14th century, with light stone walls made of shell rock and a flat platform at the top, surrounded by battlements. Calahorra is somewhat dilapidated, but the roof still serves as a magnificent observation deck for tourists.
Inside Calahorra, there are expositions of the Museum of Three Cultures, telling about the achievements of the inhabitants of Andalusia in different centuries. In the medical hall, it is interesting to look at the tools used by medieval healers, comparing how far modern medicine has gone. It is also impressive to get acquainted with an extensive collection of musical instruments from different centuries. And at the end of the tour, get acquainted with the interior of the Andalusian house of the 10th century.
Open for visits: from October 1 to April 30 daily, from 10.00 to 18.00; from May 1 to September 30 from 10.00 to 14.00 and from 16.30 to 20.30 without days off.
Jewish Quarter Khuderia
From the walls of the cathedral mosque originates the most colorful urban quarter of Juderia, inhabited by Jews from the 10th to the 15th centuries. The Khouderia district has preserved the Moorish atmosphere of narrow streets with snow-white facades of houses, numerous flowers and cozy patios.
The territory of the quarter is limited on the western side by the city wall with the Almodovar Gate, on the southeastern side – by the wall of the Alcazar. Khouderia touches with graceful arches, thrown between the second floors through the alleys, historical buildings, a series of located on both sides of the streets. The cosiness of the old streets is given by many kosher restaurants, authentic and jewelry shops.
Tourists call the Zoco Municipal market one of the colorful sights of Khuderia, which attracts numerous handicrafts of artisans and leather goods. The landmark of the quarter was the synagogue on Calle de lo s Judios, surprisingly untouched by the medieval Inquisition and retaining its original appearance. You can get to the Jewish quarter by bus number 3 and 12 to the Doctor Fleming stop.
Synagogue
The synagogue, built in 1315, is called the heart of the Jewish quarter. When the Jews were driven out of Spain at the beginning of the 15th century, the synagogue became an infirmary, later a chapel of St. Crispin, and then a school. In the first half of the 20th century, the renovated building of the Jewish church was recognized as a national cultural monument.
Its façade impresses with sophisticated Mudéjar ornamentation, combining six-pointed stars with picturesque floral motifs. The walls of the men's prayer hall delight with elegant national ornaments. In the niche for storing the Torah facing Jerusalem, the number 1315 is carved, indicating the end of construction. A 16th-century carved cross remains in the recess on the opposite side, reminiscent of the fact that there was once a chapel here.
The upper floor, intended for women's prayers, is supported by three arches, decorated with wonderful stone carvings. In front of the synagogue there is a monument to the medieval Jewish scientist and physician Maimonides. The synagogue is open from June 16 to September 15 from Tuesday to Sunday from 9.00 to 15.30, and from September 16 to June 15 from 9.00 to 19.30, Sunday until 15.30.
Alcazar of Christian Kings
The powerful view of the Alcazar Palace with ancient Roman, Visigothic, Arabic and Andalusian motifs in architecture given to it at the beginning of the 14th century speaks eloquently of the former greatness of the city. The Alcazar, immersed in greenery, is interesting to go around, following the path of the medieval guard: from the Lion Tower to the Inquisitorial Tower, then to the Pigeon Tower, ending with the Main Tower.
Today, in the halls of the palace there is a museum of archeology with ancient Roman mosaic panels, marble sarcophagi of the 1st-3rd centuries, bas-reliefs, sculptures and objects found during excavations. The design of the main courtyard is amazing in the Mudéjar style, with a floor lined with marble, fountains and ponds. However, the interior of the palace cannot be compared in luxury with the gardens of the Alcazar – with palm trees, cypresses, orange trees, skillfully trimmed bushes and sculptural compositions.
It will be a pleasure to walk along the Alley of the Spanish Kings with sculptures of monarchs and view the terraces with decorative ponds. The Alcazar is open to visitors: from September 16 to June 15 – Tuesday-Friday from 8.00 to 20.45, Saturday – from 8.30 to 16.30, Sunday – from 8.30 to 14.30. From July 16 to September 15 – from Tuesday to Saturday, from 8.30 to 15.00, on Sunday – from 8.30 to 14.30.
royal stables
An interesting event for horse lovers will be a visit to the Royal Stables dating back to 1570. They were built by order of King Philip II, who set a goal to breed beautiful horses of the Andalusian breed. For several centuries, a horse breed has been bred in the stables, recognized as one of the most beautiful in the world. In 1929, the Royal Stables acquired the status of a national treasure.
Here it is fascinating to get acquainted with the expositions of carriages and wagons used by different segments of the population in the past centuries. An equestrian school has been established at the stables, teaching horseback riding. For many years, amazing beauty and energy show programs have been shown here for tourists, combining equestrian sports with art. Among the spectacular performances, the show “The Flavor and Spirit of the Andalusian Horse”, which combined the performance of horse riders with flamenco dance, is especially popular with the public.
Shows take place on Wednesdays, Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays, leaving a vivid impression for a lifetime. Buying a ticket entitles you to visit the Royal Stables for free. You will find them nearby: Calle Caballerizas Reales, Caballerizas Reales, San Basilio, Distrito Centro.
Madina az-Zahra
Madina al-Zahra is an ancient city-fortress, meaning in Arabic “City of Radiance”, built in the 10th century and asserting the strength and power of the caliph. Today, from Madina, located on the outskirts of the city, there are ancient ruins, impressive in their scale, former pomposity, skillful stone carvings and ornaments. The city, protected by a fortress wall, was built in terraces on a hill.
Today, you can enter it only through the northern gate of Puerta Norte, from which tourists go through a winding path through the arcade of the 1st terrace to the heart of the fortress – the Rich Hall of the Caliph's residence. In it you will see the restored part of the palace with horseshoe-shaped arches, alternating blue and red columns with relief ornaments. Carved marble panels with oriental symbols adorn the hall.
Among the ruins, one can imagine the House of the Viziers, the Alhama Mosque, the House with a pool that served as the residence of Prince Al-Hakam. At the top of the rocky plateau, the Palace of Abd-ar-Rahman III is visible, separated from the mountain by a long corridor. There is a museum near Madina al-Zahra, which exhibits the finds of the “shining city”: ceramics, jewelry, household and labor items. The fortress is open for visits: Tuesday-Saturday from 9.00 to 18.30. A tourist bus goes there twice a day from the city center, leaving behind the Glorieta Cruz Roja stop.
Mill Albolafia
One of the “highlights” of the city is called the water mill Albolafia, located on the right bank of the river, near the Roman bridge. From the ruins of the upper floor of the mill, overgrown with grass, it is clear that the building has not been used for its intended purpose for a long time, which is why it does not lose its historical value. Surrounded by sprawling trees, the mill is lined with light bricks.
The construction is distinguished by its huge – 2-story wooden wheel on the facade, which set in motion complex mechanisms that supplied water to the Emir's Palace. Before the conquest by the Arabs in the 9th century, the mill served its intended purpose, grinding grain into flour, then the Arabs rebuilt it into a water mill. In the 12th century, the mill was converted into a paper-making shop.
But 100 years later, in the city conquered from the Moors, the mill was closed. Another 200 years passed before the novices of the monastic order that received this land convinced the mill to be restored. Today it stands as a memory of past centuries, waiting for a new revival. You can find it on Av. del Alcazar, 512.
Capuchin Square
Small in size, but homely cozy Capuchin Square many years ago belonged to the Capuchin monastery. This memorable place, located away from the historical center, can be reached from the Plaza de las Tendillas. Instead of labyrinths of narrow streets, it is easier and more entertaining to move around the yards indicated on the tourist map.
The square was previously the courtyard of the Capuchin monastery, so it is surrounded on all sides by snow-white monastic buildings and the Church of the Holy Trinity. In the center of the square, on a small pedestal, there is a cross with the crucifixion of Jesus Christ, surrounded by lanterns, for which the sculpture received the name “Christ of the lanterns.”
The monument to the Savior was erected on the square at the end of the 18th century. It is he who attracts tourists to the square. Jesus crucified on the cross in the evening, with the skillful illumination of lanterns, gives a vivid impression of floating in the air.
Tendillas Square
Tendillas – the main square of the city, named after the word “tendillas”, small business. It is bordered by small shops, pastry shops, cafes and haberdashery shops. In the center of the square, from a high pedestal, installed in the fountain, an equestrian sculpture of the national hero, commander Gonzalo Fernandez de Cordoba, proudly rises.
In the sunlight, the jets from the fountain sparkle in the sun, creating the feeling of fireworks in honor of the “Great Captain”. Under his command, the Arabs were expelled from the Iberian Peninsula, southern Italy was conquered for the Spanish state, and a system of battles was developed. Many picturesque Art Nouveau buildings surround the pedestrian square.
Tourists admire the House of the Phoenix, with a corner tower crowned with a winged bird figure and a clock tower that announces the arrival of each hour not with a traditional ringing, but with a guitar melody. The main shopping streets Cruz Conde and Gondomar go to the square. You can walk to it in 10-15 minutes from Mesquita.
Plaza del Colon
Plaza del Colon looks like a small round square, located in the northern part of the center. It is named after the famous navigator Columbus, who lived in the city for some time. Here in his family was born the son of Hernando, who later became a navigator. However, in the square named after Columbus, there is no monument to him.
It is planted with sprawling trees, between which winding footpaths with benches are laid. The center of the Plaza del Colon is adorned with a fountain bordered by flower beds. At the base of the fountain is a round pool, decorated with intricate carvings. In its center, flat bowls are installed one on top of the other, through which water flows beautifully into the pool.
The Plaza del Colon is also notable for the unique tower of Malmuerta, which in the past was part of the city's fortress wall. Near the square are the Merced Palace, which delights with its baroque facade. Plaza de Colón can be reached by buses no. 04, 06, 13 to the Colón Norte stop.
Archaeological Museum
The unimaginable beauty of the facade with many statues attracts the attention of tourists to the Renaissance building of the Museum of Archeology and Ethnography, located in the palace of the former noble family of the city. This unique building dates from 1543. Entering the building, you find yourself in the atmosphere of an old cozy courtyard, with shrubs planted along its perimeter and a fountain in the center.
Artifacts confiscated in monasteries in 1844 became the basis of the collection of antiquities. On the lower floor, a collection of ancient exhibits is displayed: handicrafts, statues and mosaics represent the prehistoric, Iberian, Visigothic and Roman eras. On the upper level there are exhibits representing the era of Moorish culture.
The pearl of the collection is the figure of a deer, made of bronze, found during excavations in the Palace of Medina Azahara. Another valuable exhibit is a marble statue of the 2nd century AD of the Roman god Mithras killing a bull. The museum is located in Piazza Geronimo Paes and is open to visitors from 10.00 to 20.30 from Tuesday to Saturday, Sunday from 10.00 to 17.00. You can get there by bus number 1,3, 7 to the San Fernando stop.
Roman temple
The ruins of an ancient Roman temple were discovered in the very center during the expansion of the city hall in the middle of the last century at the intersection of Claudio Marcelo and Capitulares streets. The fact that the main temple of the city stood here in the Roman era is evidenced by the grandiose size of the columns separated from the main building and forming a portico. A row of white marble Corinthian columns on the sides speak of the size of the temple: 32 meters long and 16 meters wide.
Based on the remaining fragments, it is not difficult to imagine a structure towering on a massive stone podium with six Corinthian columns that served as an adornment of the central facade. The staircase leading to the temple has been preserved, as well as the skillfully crafted marble altar. The entire temple was built of marble in 81-96 AD.
Around it, many elements of ancient architecture were found, fragments of capitals and drums of columns. What a Roman temple looked like during the heyday of the empire can be seen on a model in the archaeological museum. The attraction can be viewed at any time of the day, walking 10 minutes from Mezquita.
Merced Palace
Near Plasa de Colon and the park of the same name stands a luxurious building of baroque architecture – Merced Palace, dating from the 18th century. A building with two side wings spread out from the church standing in the center appears before the eye. Both wings are formed from covered galleries with patios decorated with Renaissance marble and fountains. In one of the patios, a unique sundial is of interest.
The central façade of the palace makes a striking impression due to the lacy baroque style combined with the decor of white and brown tones. Above the entrance on the pediment attract the eye of the sculpture of the Archangel Raphael – the defender of the city and the Virgin “Merciful”. The church is completed by two bell towers on the sides. In the church interior, richly decorated altars with images of saints, the design of the vault, and the figure of the weeping Madonna are noteworthy.
From the collections of the palace are impressive: a monstrance made by the Flemish masters of the 16th century, a series of paintings by St. Peter Nalasco, allegorical sculptures, lithographs and engravings with views of Cordoba. You can view cultural heritage free of charge from Monday to Friday from 7.00 to 15.00. You can drive up to the palace by buses No. 04, 06, 13 to the Colón Norte stop.
Viana Palace
The luxurious architectural complex of the 14th century Viana Palace is located near the Roman Circus. Today it houses an art museum with the collection of the Cajasur bank. The central façade of the two-storey building, distinguished by its white walls, dates back to the 16th century. The main façade is notable for a skillful portal made of light brown stone, decorated above the balcony with a bas-relief depicting the coat of arms of the marquises and two mythological sculptures.
Most of the palace is occupied by 12 courtyards – patios, immersed in green spaces and flowers that adorn the marble arcades. The ground coverings of the yards are lined with patterned marble, on which flower arrangements are placed and fountains murmur. In the interior of Viana, a rich collection of furniture, tapestries, porcelain, painted azulejo tiles and weapons is amazing. The canvases of painters belonging to the Bregel school, paintings with biblical scenes and sculptures are well represented.
In the gallery you will see Roman mosaics and exhibits dating back to the 13th century. In the exotic Black Bedroom, the chic Red Salon and numerous halls with interiors and exhibits from the 14th-19th centuries, you will learn many interesting details from the life of the nobility and townspeople.
Open in winter: Tuesday – Wednesday from 10.00 – 19.00, weekends from 10.00 to 15.00, from July 1 to August 31: Tuesday – Sunday from 9.00 to 15.00. You can get there by buses number 2, 04, 06, 07, 80, 42, 43, 49 to the stop Ollerías (San Cayetano).
Church of St. Marina
The Basilica of Saint Marina, dating from the second half of the 13th century, was one of the first churches in the city after the expulsion of the Arabs. In its modern appearance, details of the Gothic, Romanesque and Arabic styles have been preserved. The main church façade looks ascetic with two Gothic windows, a rose window and a main entrance made with a pointed arch.
Four massive buttresses crown the decorative turrets, giving the church an austere look. A massive 16th-century bell tower adjoins the facade on the right side. Architecturally, the basilica is a rectangle divided by three naves with pointed arches. Visitors admire the Orozco Chapel, created in the 15th century with Mudéjar decor, which now serves to store church utensils.
Looking at the main chapel, you are amazed at the beauty of the altar and the statue of Our Lady, made by the famous Cordoba sculptor. The church is located in the historical center, next to it is the C2 bus stop. It is open from Monday to Sunday from 8.30 to 12.00 and 18.00 to 20.00.
Botanical Garden
On the banks of the Guadalakvira River, near the Alcázar palace complex, there are the Botanical Gardens with a rich collection of flora that grows all over the world. The entire area of the landscape gardening area is divided into gardens according to the types of local and world flora. The rose garden enjoys great popularity in the garden, amazing with its beauty, many varieties and heady aroma of roses.
In greenhouses, you want to admire many varieties of geranium and jasmine, aloe, cacti, ferns, palm trees, plants of the Canary Islands, North and South America for a long time. The grandiose arboretum deserves special attention, where visitors have the opportunity to see the rare Pinsapo firs, endemics growing in the mountains of Andalusia.
The Museum of Paleobotany, located in the Botanical Garden, contains exhibits that trace the evolution of different types of Andalusian flora. Three halls house interactive panels with displays that provide information about plants from all continents. Opening hours: Tuesday – Saturday 10.00-17.30, Sunday and holidays – 10.00-15.00.
Roman mausoleum
The ancient age of the city is also recorded by the construction of the Roman mausoleum dating back to the 1st century AD. The well-preserved ruins of the mausoleum were discovered during the construction of a parking lot, after which it was decided to reconstruct the burial structure from its found fragments.
The missing part was replaced with another type of stone, demonstrating the difference between ancient and modern wall masonry. The structure intended for burial has a cylindrical shape with blank walls, an entrance, cornices and a battlemented parapet. Inside the mausoleum is equipped with a chamber for a funeral urn. According to numerous indications, it served as a burial place for a family from a noble family, but no inscriptions testifying to who was buried here have been preserved.
To the south of the mausoleum, the remains of a marking in the form of a circle lined with stone slabs were found. Most likely, there was also a mausoleum here. The attraction is located at: Paseo de la Victoria, 17.
Caliph baths
Walking in the garden of Campo Santo de los Mártires, you can go down underground and find yourself in the Caliph baths, built in the 10th century during the reign of the caliph. They existed until the 14th century, as evidenced by the surviving ornaments and inscriptions. When the Alcazar Palace was being built, the underground baths were covered with earth. They were forgotten until the baths were discovered by archaeologists at the beginning of the 20th century.
After 100 years, a museum of the history of baths was opened in the premises of the hammam. The architecture of the Caliph baths is expressed by a suite of rooms with seats. The layout of the rooms begins with a warm room (terpidarium), continues in a hot room – caldarium and ends with a cold frigidarium. Finishing floors, walls and fonts were laid out with multi-colored marble. All rooms were covered with semicircular vaults supported by arches.
Some halls have preserved marble trim and rich multi-colored columns. The light in the baths passed through the windows in the vaults in the form of stars, which created original lighting in the baths.
The former luxury of the caliphate can be seen at Plaza Campo Santo de los Mártires, by bus number 3 and 12 to the Mártires stop. Opening hours: from 8.30 to 9.30 admission is free.
Museo Julio Romero de Torres
In the old building of the former hospital, built of yellow brick, Plaza del Potro today houses 2 museums. The wall of the Museo Julio Romero de Torres stands out with colorful ornaments. The entrance is decorated in the form of an arch, where the inscription is placed in a semicircle – Museo Julio Romero de Torres.
The exposition exhibits more than fifty works of art by this master, painted in the style of the traditions of Spanish painting. His realistic, modernist and erotic paintings are dedicated to the beauty of Andalusian women. Several canvases convey the inner state and soul of women engaged in household chores and various types of work.
There are works that are clearly erotic in nature, such as Oranges and Lemons. Among the paintings, the “Poem of Cordoba” is especially distinguished, written in the form of an altar of three fragments depicting Andalusian women against the backdrop of historical monuments that reflect the beauty and grandeur of Cordoba. You can get there by bus number 1, 3, 7, 12 to the San Fernando stop.
Phosphorito Flamenco Museum
The exposition is located in the building of the medieval hotel Posada del Potro, built in the XIV-XV centuries in the style of an Arab caravanserai on Potro Square. The former hotel is a two-story building with white walls and a picturesque rectangular courtyard with a well in the center.
On the second floor there are museum rooms, the doors of which open onto an open gallery. The museum is dedicated to the history, traditions and craftsmanship of the traditional Andalusian Flamenco style. It contains a collection of old and modern flamenco accessories and recordings of performances by the best flamenco masters in Spain. The exhibition “Elements of Flamenco” combined all four types of this art – rhythm, singing, guitar and dance.
In the “Keys of Flamenco” hall, you can learn about the manners of dancing by famous flamencito, practice beating the rhythm with your palms. The Fosforito hall is dedicated to the flamenco master Antonio Fernandez, where you will see his portrait, the Golden Key award and other exhibits from his life. Open: Monday – Saturday from 10.30 to 13.30 and from 18.00 to 21.00, Sunday from 10.00 to 14.00.
Monument to Manoleta
A monument to the outstanding bullfighter Manolete is installed in the Plaza del Conde de Priego near the Basilica of Santa Marina. This monument appears as a sculptural group, in the center of which is a bronze sculpture of Manolete in the costume of a bullfighter, on both sides of which there are figures of men holding horses by the bridle. A thirty-year-old bullfighter was mortally wounded during a bullfight.
For 8 years, he was considered the most talented and highly paid matador in the whole world, who owned the elegant technique of taming a bull. He arranged his spectacular performances with a bull in his homeland, Spain, Mexico, Colombia, Peru and Venezuela. The majesty of the monument reflects the attitude of the Spaniards towards the great bullfighters, who are a significant part of the history, mentality and culture of Spanish cities.
A competition was organized by the city authorities for the design of the monument in Plaza del Conde, in which the project of the sculptor Manuel Alvarez Laviada won, installed in 1956 with money collected by the bullfighter's admirers.
Zoo
The Zoologico De Cordoba is one of the earliest zoos established in the country. After the reconstruction carried out in the 2000s, the zoo from the exhibition of animals placed in enclosures was replenished with a new collection of representatives of the world fauna. Many species were placed in an environment close to the natural conditions of their habitat.
The area of the zoo was 60,000 square meters, which is divided into thematic zones with buildings, enclosures for animals and birds. For visitors, recreation areas were equipped and gardens were laid out. Today, the zoo contains 78 species of animals and birds with a total of 302 individuals. Here you will observe the habits of lynxes, lions, wolves, kangaroos, deer, zebras, lemurs. Then, admire the ostriches and graceful swans.
Open for visits from Monday to Friday from 10.00 to 17.00, Saturday and Sunday 10.00 to 18.00. You can get to it by buses number 2,6,9. Nearest stops: Menendez Pidal, Seville Gate, Seneca Institute.