If you are spending a day or two in the Andalusian city of Cordoba you simply cannot miss the Jewish quarter, known locally as La Judería. It’s winding streets and tapas tavernas will greet you and the history there will have you hooked. La Judería was declared a world heritage site in 1994. If you have a limited amount of time in Cordoba do not worry — you can see this area in as little as just half an hour. Don’t miss the Maimoinedes statue and the 14th Century Synagogue.
How to get to the Jewish Quarter Cordoba (La Judería)
The Jewish quarter in Cordoba is easy to find from the Mezquita (the famous Mosque-Cathedral which can be used as a point of navigation in Cordoba). From the North East corner of the Mezquita, head down Calle Juderia and you know that you are on the right path to the Jewish quarter. Here is a map highlighting how to get there and the main sites of La Judería.
History of the Jewish Quarter in Cordoba
The Jewish Quarter in Cordoba, also known as the Juderia, has a rich and complex history dating back to the Roman period. The Jews…
