There are 1,293 columns in total, which are not entirely Arabic. They come from Visigothic churches, Roman temples, and even older Carthage buildings. Moreover, this mosque has obvious traces of late Roman architecture. The favorite red and white round arches like lollipops are the style of that period.

However, although it inherits some elements of ancient Western architecture and has been converted into a Catholic church, it feels like it is still an Islamic building, and people are more willing to call it the Grand Mosque.

The Grand Mosque of Cordoba, which has experienced vicissitudes, was once one of the largest mosques in the world. It records the glory of the Arabs in Spain and is also a witness to the splendor of Cordoba. In the seventh century AD, a huge Catholic monastery was built on the ruins of ancient Roman temples in the past.

200 years later, the Arabs who occupied the city gradually began to convert her into a mosque. In 785 AD, Rahman I, who missed her hometown, began to build a large-scale construction as the only comfort that could be found in that troubled time. He hoped to build the most magnificent mosque and pray the most devoutly.

Just two years later, the depressed ruler died, and the construction lasted for 200 years. Such a huge project made the later Spanish monarch unable to transform her into a real Catholic church.

Just as you were lost under the magical round arch, the Catholic church with a tall space in the Renaissance era suddenly appeared in front of you. The sudden appearance of the altar and the hardwood-carved choir seat made Yun Luo's thinking unable to be coherent for a while, as if it was a different world. In 1236, the Christian Resurrection Movement began in Spain.

The regaining of Cordoba was to seize the crown of the Arabs. In order to celebrate the victory of Christianity, the Grand Mosque was changed to function and became a Catholic church. After hundreds of years, the original architectural structure was maintained here. By the beginning of the 16th century, the bishop at that time demolished one-third of the columns and circular arches in the main hall.

This brilliant Renaissance-style cathedral was built from it, but the architecture of the Grand Mosque was so beautiful that the Catholic king could not bear to see her destruction. Carlos V once said sadly: "Yun Luo and Yan Chenyu destroyed things that could never be retrieved in order to build something that could be seen everywhere here.

As time goes by, the Arab Islam and Christian architectural styles are integrated into the Grand Mosque. This picture shows everything. Through the round arches, we can see Jesus crucified.

The existence of the Grand Mosque made many people forget that for 800 years, Cordoba was a Roman city. The stone bridge left by the Romans was built on the Guadalquivi River outside the city gate. You can see it by looking out from the windows of the Grand Mosque.

Return to the alley far away from the Grand Mosque. The colorful beauty is still blooming, and the quietness of Yunluo and Yan Chenyu's short journey in Cordoba ends like this. Tomorrow, not only will you leave Cordoba, but you will also leave Andalusia, which brings Yunluo and Yan Chenyu infinitely wonderful and surprises.

The name of Andalusia has long been around, but after I came here, I realized that two civilizations that were incompatible with water and fire had passed by here, and miraculously left behind miraculous buildings like the Grand Mosque. Ancient Arab historical sites are sleeping here, and Western modernist civilization is also active.

In fact, the story of the Arabs in Spain is the story of Andalusia.

Andalusia is not a province or city, but an autonomous region located in southern Spain. The capital is Seville, and Andalusia is divided into eight provinces, among which Seville, Granada and Córdoba are the most important cities and are called "the heart of Andalusia."

The transportation from major Spanish cities to Andalusia is very convenient. However, the distance between the three major cities is between 100 and 200 kilometers, so it is best to stay at least one night in all places to avoid taking a quick look and experience the most unique urban style in Andalusia.

Andalusia is located in the southernmost part of Spain, so try to avoid traveling between July and September. In other seasons, the climate is relatively mild, with rainy spring and winter, and you must pay attention to sun protection.

Like other Spanish cities, Chinese tourists also need to adapt to meals in Andalucia. Lunch starts from 1 to 3 o'clock, and dinner starts from 9 o'clock in the evening. The shops are open late, usually open at 10 o'clock in the morning, rest at 1 o'clock in the afternoon, and rest for 1 to 2 hours at noon.

It starts at 3 and 4 pm and closes until 8 and 9 pm. However, many banks are not open in the afternoon. Tickets for the Alhambra Palace are extremely tight and you don’t want to queue up to book in advance. For details, please refer to the tips on September 24. Compared with other major cities in Spain.

The folk customs in Andalusia are very simple, but there are many thieves, so try to bring as little as possible and distribute cash. It is best to apply for an euro credit card.

No city in the world is more energetic than Madrid. It is a charming place, full of passion. People here know how to control life. Madrid is both beautiful and elegant, and lively and vibrant. As time goes by, it exudes more charming, just like a grown-up girl, gradually mature and sophisticated, but will never forget how to live happily.

Madrid does not have the status of reputation as Paris, the immortal charm of the ancient Roman city or the reputation of other cities, but once you enter this city and start to understand various regions, you will find that it is so great. Here, you will find that its diversity combines a variety of contradictions, and it is the most passionate city in Europe.

The city has now grown into a fashion center in Spain, and she has been labeled with various labels, amazing art halls, colorful nightlife, extraordinary live concerts, exquisite restaurants and snack feasts.

Residents who are good at enjoying the beauty of life do not mean that other cities do not have these, but that only Madrid brings them together.”——"lonelypla"

It’s a pity that Madrid is so good described by lp, it’s a pity that she did not bring “Madrid’s incredible” surprise to Yunluo and Yan Chenyu, so Yunluo dare not agree. Compared with other European cities, she does not have the reputation of Paris, the monuments of Rome, the fashion of Milan, and the mavericks of Barcelona…

Perhaps because Yunluo and Yan Chenyu's trip to Madrid was too short and messy, in Yunluo's eyes, Madrid was just an ordinary metropolis.

Yunluo and Yan Chenyu will arrive in Madrid, Toledo and Segovia. For the two small towns behind, Yunluo and Yan Chenyu have to break up their itinerary in Madrid, but for the consistency of the post, Yunluo will try to update their itinerary in Madrid as much as possible, and the time sequence will change slightly, so please understand.

I bought a highway ticket from Córdoba to Madrid on the West Railway Network in advance. It took a 2-hour drive and arrived in Madrid at 10 am. I thought that this day was not wasted, but I knew that Madrid had been in the spring rain that was not too big or had to hold an umbrella. The hotel needed to take the subway from the train station, so Yunluo and Yan Chenyu bought 10 subway tickets for 9.3 euros.

The hotel is separated from the subway station Chueca, and is only one street from Madrid's most famous Grania Gran Avenue. The location is very good, the building is very high (5 floors, no elevator) and the rooms are very small. In the Spanish capital, in the most prosperous area, 50 euros a night, I endure it.

Put down my luggage and it was still raining. On the way to the hotel, there were Chinese restaurants, kebabs, ice cream forests, etc. Yan Chenyu finally saw the Chinese restaurants. He refused to give up and had to eat. Yunluo and the other two had to go together. Only by filling their stomachs can they have the strength to run away the rest of their time.

Gramia is one of the most famous streets in Madrid and is also a place where all kinds of buildings can be displayed. Wherever you stand, there is no same building.

Grandi Avenue can satisfy the shopping desire of street brands. If you want to buy luxury goods, you have to wait. Madrid's luxury goods stores are crowded in the east of Cologne Plaza.

Walk east along the Grand Avenue and you will reach Plaza Ciberes, which often appears on the sports channel because it is the place where Real Madrid fans celebrate the team's victory. This square, located at the intersection of Grand Avenue and Prado, best demonstrates the glory of Madrid during the Empire.

The most eye-catching thing in the square is the post office, which is a very beautiful and exquisite building. It is hard to imagine that it is just a post office in the city center.

There is also the Earth Goddess Fountain in the middle of the square, which is also one of the most beautiful landscapes in Madrid. Since its construction in 1780, it has been a favorite among Madrid people. Carlos III once tried to move her to a garden in Segovia, but the Madrid people made a big fuss about this, which forced Carlos III to give up this idea.

The southwest corner of the square is the Spanish Bank, which is also a very beautiful building.

Walk north from Piazza Siberes and arrive at Piazza Cologne. This "chocolate" building reminds Yun Luo of the CITIC Building next to the Jianguo Gate. This building is somewhat inconvenient in Madrid.

This area should be the Salamanca area of ​​Madrid, with gucci, lv, hermes, omega, dior, cartier, etc.

What attracts Yunluo more than these specialty stores is the large comprehensive shopping mall opened by the famous Spanish department store elcorteingles. It has also been seen in Valencia, but it closed on weekends.

There is a super large supermarket underground in Elcorteingles. It is rare to see a supermarket of this size in Europe. There is a tx that comes home from Madrid. You can buy gifts for people here, which are cheap and big bowls.

Leaving the salamanca area of ​​luxury goods, Yunluo and Yan Chenyu walked back to the square east of Piazza Ciberes from the road east of Piazza Ciberes. In the middle of the square is the famous Alcala Gate. This is a gate of triumphal built in 1599. Carlos III was not satisfied with it and destroyed it in 1764. (To be continued, please search for Piaotian, the novel is better and faster!
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