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Faculty of Philosophy and Letters of Cordoba: History and Academic Excellence The Faculty of Philosophy and Letters of the University of Cordoba was founded in 1971 as a University College dependent on the University of Seville. It has undergone extensions and reforms to adapt to academic needs. It offers degrees in various disciplines and double…

The delicious recipe for Cordoban oxtail: Prepare it at home! Cordoban oxtail is a traditional and exquisite dish from the Cordoba region, which can be laborious to prepare. However, there are simpler recipes for enjoying it at home. The basic ingredients include oxtail, vegetables and red wine, and the result is a tender and tasty…

Cordoba’s Tendillas Square: History and Tradition in the Heart of the City Tendillas Square in Cordoba is a historic and traditional site in the heart of the city. Its name comes from the word “tendal,” which referred to a place where fabrics were spread out to dry and be sold in the shops of the…

Paseo de la Ribera: Unveiling Cordoba’s Riverside Charm Cordoba’s Paseo de la Ribera, nestled along the city’s ancient ramparts, has undergone remarkable transformations throughout the years. Once known as the Ribera de Curtidores (Tanners’ Riverside), it has blossomed into a beloved leisure and recreational hub for Cordobans. This vibrant riverside promenade boasts captivating landmarks like…

Tapas bars in Córdoba: Discover the best gastronomic spots in the city The city of Cordoba is known for its tapas tradition, with a deep-rooted history and a constant evolution in the culture. Some of the best classic tapas bars include Taberna Regina, La Maceta or Bar Santos, where you can enjoy a good piece…

Weekend in Cordoba: A complete guide to make the most of your weekend in Cordoba Find out everything you need to know to enjoy a weekend in Cordoba. From accommodation options and recommended activities to the rich local gastronomy. Learn about the history and culture of the city, as well as practical tips for your…

Timetable of the Mosque of Cordoba: Updated Information 2024 The Mosque-Cathedral of Cordoba has long opening hours. From Monday to Saturday, it is open uninterruptedly from 10:00 to 19:00. On Sundays, it is generally open from 08:30 to 11:30 and from 15:00 to 19:00. There are free opening hours from Friday to Saturday from 8.30am…

Charming villages in Cordoba: Discover the beauty of our province The province of Cordoba in Andalusia is home to charming villages with a rich history and picturesque architecture. Destinations such as Priego de Córdoba and Zuheros offer visitors the opportunity to explore the beauty of the region. With highlights such as the Priego Castle and…

Córdoba at Night: A Magical and Unique Experience The city of Cordoba offers a unique and magical experience at night. Its emblematic monuments are illuminated, creating a romantic atmosphere. The Mosque-Cathedral, flamenco shows, Arab baths, and visits to Medina Azahara are not to be missed. Tours of mysterious Cordoba reveal local legends and fascinating mysteries.…

Discover the History of the Iconic Jewish Quarter of Cordoba The Jewish Quarter of Cordoba is a place of great historical and cultural significance. Declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site, its narrow, cobbled streets have witnessed the presence of the Jewish community between the 10th and 15th centuries. With a distinctive Islamic layout, this neighborhood…

Discover the fascinating history of the Christ of the Lanterns in Cordoba, Spain The Christ of the Lanterns in Córdoba is an iconic Baroque sculpture located in Capuchinos Square. Created in 1794 by Juan Navarro León, it is known for the eight lanterns that surround it. The history of the Christ is linked to the…

The Orange Trees of Cordoba: Discover the Beauty of the Patio de los Naranjos in Spain The Patio de los Naranjos of the Mosque-Cathedral of Cordoba is a place full of history and beauty. Throughout the centuries, it has undergone different transformations that reflect the confluence of cultures and traditions that characterize this city. In…

What to see in Cordoba in 2 days: complete tourist guide in the Spanish city Discover in this article what to see in Cordoba in 2 days. On the first day, you can enjoy a breakfast of churros with chocolate in an emblematic place, visit the impressive Mosque-Cathedral, explore the Alcazar of the Christian Monarchs,…

Typical Gifts from Cordoba: Discover the Authenticity of the City The craftsmanship of Cordoba offers authentic gifts that reflect its rich history and tradition. From filigree in silver or gold to handmade leather pieces, and colorful ceramics with Moorish influence. In addition, delicious gastronomic products such as extra virgin olive oil (AOVE), Iberian cured meats,…

Córdoba: Cordoba, a charming city in Andalusia, is a very attractive destination for the Erasmus students. With its prestigious university, low cost of living and wide range of leisure activities, students will find Cordoba an enriching experience. Furthermore, if you are looking to rent a room in a shared student flat, Interasmundo offers you a…

Everything about Carnival in Spain As you may well know, Spain is a country full of traditions that are celebrated every year. We could even separate by communities, and even by municipalities, the different festivities that take place from time to time. Carnival is a very deep-rooted event in our country, being celebrated in numerous…

The May Crosses of Córdoba The countdown to enjoy the authentic May in Córdoba has already started! For more than a month you will enjoy the festivities in the city streets and it will something irresistible for any Erasmus student in Córdoba. Right after the Wine Tasting festival, the real party will start with one…

How much will it cost living my Erasmus in Córdoba? One of the questions that might arise when we are moving to a new city is how much will cost to live there. It will depend on many factors and on your lifestyle. If you are Erasmus, money probably is scarce, but one of the…

Useful telephone numbers in Córdoba The Erasmus experience is something that students prepare for months in advance. First, you have to decide on your favourite Erasmus destination and then, you have to go through a long process. You don’t know if you will get a sufficient grade to choose your desired destination or if your…

Going to the swimming pool during your Erasmus in Cordoba Summer is here in Cordoba! We know that sometimes it might be a little bit hard to handle the heat of the city. At Interasmundo, we think about you, in this post you’ll find all the necessary information to enjoy the good weather in Cordoba…

Where to donate clothes after your Erasmus? How to fit a whole Erasmus in Cordoba into your luggage? It will very difficult to say goodbye, but we hope to make this task easier for you helping you to make your luggage lighter. Clothes, shoes, non-perishable food… You can donate anything that you don’t want anymore…

7 squares of Cordoba you will never forget After our post  7 streets of Cordoba not to be missed, this time we’ll tell you a little bit about our favourite squares in Cordoba and guess what! They are also 7 😉 Plaza de Capuchinos  This is one of the most symbolic squares of Cordoba. If…

7 streets of Cordoba not to be missed There are lots of hidden places in this magical city that will enchant you from the very first moment. When it comes to streets, there are so many of them that you won’t know where to start. To help you out, we’ve made a little summary of…

The Córdoba Fair Being Erasmus you’ll already know about our May festivities in Córdoba, the final event is the Córdoba Fair, also known as “Feria de Nuestra Señora de la Salud”, considered as one of the best fairs of Andalucía…and the best part about it is that it lasts one week, including two weekends 🙂…

The month of May in Córdoba The Wine Tasting and the May Crosses The “Cata del vino” (wine tasting) and the “Cruces”, both begin the long-awaited month of May in Cordoba which is famous for not leaving one single weekend without party. From the end of April until the end of May, there is no weekend…

The Patios of Córdoba Erasmus: it has just started! We started with la Cata, then the Crosses and now its time for Patios, possibly the most beautiful of all the festivals of the Mayo Cordobés. You’ll find flowers and lots of colour everywhere in Córdoba. A little bit of history… Due to the climate, the houses of Córdoba were built…

Which neighbourhood to choose for your Erasmus in Cordoba Like any other city, Córdoba is divided into different neighbourhoods or districts, with different characteristics and connections. The normal thing would be to believe that the most convenient option is to live in the neighbourhood that is closer to your faculty, but we are going to…

La Cata del Vino of Córdoba At the end of April the famous“Cata del Vino Montilla-Moriles” is celebrated. Located in the Bulfighting Arena, more than 30 stands of wineries and restaurants will offer to the visitors their best wine and traditional food. A must during your Erasmus in Córdoba! Flamenquines, croquetas de rabo de toro, salmorejo or paella…

Flamenco in Córdoba We’re sure many of you, Erasmus, are wondering where will be a good place in Córdoba to enjoy real flamenco at affordable prices or for free, aren’t you? You’re lucky, because Córdoba is one of the cities with more flamenco! Different artists, like painters (Julio Romero de Torres) and singers, have made…

Map of Córdoba This link may be very useful to all the Erasmus, especially during your first days in the city. Only by clicking here you will get a map of Córdoba… ready to print! It will make your life easier when you want to walk around its streets. Córdoba, a city with a great historic heritage…

Show at the Royal Stables of Córdoba for your Erasmus It’s almost weekend and you don’t have any Erasmus plans yet? Some friends are visiting you and you have run out of ideas of where to take them? Today, Erasmus, we suggest you a very different and exotic plan: the equestrian show at the  Royal Stables…

Holy Week in Córdoba during your Erasmus: curious facts and itineraries Hello Erasmus! As you probably know, Spain is a traditionally Catholic country and that’s the reason why Holy Week is one of the most important holidays in Spain and, of course, in Córdoba. It is always held the last week of Lent, so depending…

Renting a room before starting your Erasmus in Córdoba Nowadays, there are many different ways to find accommodation during your Erasmus in Córdoba. Thanks to the social networks and accommodation webs, it’s very likely to find roomates before leaving your country and more than 20 rooms to rent. However, the usual thing is to ask…

Map of the Rabanales Campus Rabanales is the largest university campus of the University of Córdoba. It is located on the outskirts of the city, about 7 kms from the center and offers a wide variety of university courses, mainly focused on Sciences. As it is a fairly large site, the best is to have…

Practise sport in Córdoba Yes, you’re an Erasmus student and you like partying, we know. But we also know the voice of consciousness is telling you: Live a healthy life. Don’t drink too much. Study. If you choose listening to this voice, even if it’s only once in a while, and want to practise some sport…

Useful telephone numbers in Córdoba Here you have a useful telephone numbers in Córdoba list that could be very useful if you’re an Erasmus student. Before you arrive… The Erasmus experience is something that students prepare for months in advance. First you have to decide on your favourite Erasmus destination and from there you have…

Beautiful pictures of Córdoba The magic of a city such as Córdoba is found in its small corners. This is a city that incite you to wander around, to get lost in its streets, to cross the Roman bridge and admire the views of the Mosque from the other side again and again.  There are thousands…

Train to Rabanales (schedule and prices) Train is the most convenient and fastest way for those Erasmus students in Córdoba who study at Rabanales, specially for those who live in Ciudad Jardín or near the train station. There are trains every 25 minutes, from 7:15 in the morning until 21:30 at night and you’ll be there…

Museums and monuments opening hours in Córdoba Erasmus! The following link will inform you about the opening hours and prices of all the museums and monuments in Córdoba. The document was made by the Consorcio de Turismo de Córdoba and is available in four languages: Spanish, English, French and German. Besides, here you’ll be able…

Where are the best sandwiches in Cordoba? Dear Erasmus, if you can’t differentiate between a sandwich and a “bocadillo” or, by the contrary, if you already know everything about this Spanish meal made of “real” bread (not a sandwich loaf 😉 ), this is the perfect post for you. We’ll make a tour around the…

Tourist guide of Córdoba Attention Erasmus people! Do you need a tourist guide of Córdoba? As we told you in a previous post, it is HIGHLY advisable for you to read our “Córdoba Guide for Erasmus Students” In it, you’ll find all the useful information that any Erasmus student needs to enjoy and get the…

The best places to go out in Córdoba During your Erasmus year you’ll spend a lot of time hanging out, meeting new people and enjoying Córdoba. Once again, you’re very lucky! Córdoba is a great city for it. Take a look to this map of the different places to go out in Córdoba: Being a…

Useful links in Córdoba LEISURE AND CULTURE Useful links for your Erasmus in Cordoba. Fancy a bit of culture and fun at the same time? Well, there is a little bit of everything to keep you entertained and have fun during your Erasmus: you can choose between going sightseeing, going to bars, going to the…

The cheapest phone rates You have just arrived to Cordoba or you are about to start your Erasmus Experience. We are sure that you are anxious thinking about all that you have to organize before your arrival, and especially about which phone rate you should choose. Anyway, all your concerns about it will soon be…

5 pubs to have a drink in Cordoba After our previous post 8 bars you can not miss during your Erasmus in Córdoba focused on gastronomy, we think it’s the moment to widen this list, but this time focusing more on drinks, music and party… we very well know that you have so much to study…

Bars in Córdoba Erasmus… how lucky you are to be in Córdoba already, right?  A small and cosy city, with a lot of students, sunny weather, with two whole months of local festivities (the famous month of May) and its flamenquines, salmorejo, rabo de toro, croquetas, gazpacho, tortilla de patatas… Gastronomy is one of the…

How to get to Cordoba from Madrid’s airport Your Erasmus trip will start very soon so here we provide you all the information you need to know to get to Córdoba once from Madrid’s airport. We think that this post might be very useful for you as we provide you all the timetables and prices of…

How to get to Córdoba from Seville’s airport Your Erasmus trip will start very soon so here we provide you all the information you need to know to get to Córdoba once from Seville’s airport. We think that this post might be very useful for you as we provide you all the timetables and prices of…

How to get to my Faculty and other places of interest in Córdoba It doesn´t matter if you’ve been living in Córdoba as Erasmus for a while by now or if you just arrived, because this post may result very useful in both cases. Surely that you did ask yourself many times how to get…

How to get to Cordoba from Malaga’s airport Your Erasmus trip will start very soon! By that reason here we provide you all the information you need to know to get to Córdoba once you arrive to Málaga’s airport. We think that this post could be very useful for you as we provide you all…

Córdoba Bus Maps and Schedules Probably you have already noticed that Córdoba is a pretty big city and there will be many occassions in which you will have to use the public transport. The bus is the favourite mean of transport by most people in Córdoba and also the cheapest option. The price of one…

The Bonobús in Córdoba Hi Erasmus! If you have to use the bus frequently to move around Córdoba, the best way to save some money is by buying a “bonobús”, a sort of credit card that will allow you to move around by saving  a lot of money with every trip. The card can be…

Bus timetable from Cordoba to Rabanales For all those Erasmus students who study in Rabanales, and want to opt for bus transport, here you have the information about the timetables from Cordoba to Rabanales. The price of the ticket is 1,30€, but if you get the student bus pass it will be much cheaper. You…

Renfe Youth Card for the train Attention! This information is very important if you’re an Erasmus student in Córdoba! The Renfe Youth Card will be very useful for all the trips you’ll make during this year. If you are between 14 and 25 years you can get the Tarjeta +Renfe Joven (Renfe Youth Card). For just…

UCO list of courses for the Learning Agreement If your universities already informed you that you were granted with the Erasmus scholarship, the next step is to choose the subjects you will study at your Erasmus destination and fill in your Learning Agreement. We have created this useful post to provide you with the links…