on may 6th, i went to cordoba. but first we made a quick stop in #carmona. we came face to face with the puerta de sevilla (in carmona) which maria (our wonderful guide) called a history book. it was built originally by the phoenicians around 230–220 BC. later the romans too depended on this fortification. carmona became an important crossroads on the via augusta that connected directly to rome. the gate continued to be used by muslim rulers
it’s a pretty town with lime washed houses and cobblestone streets. every entrance in every building is unique with gorgeous metalwork and tiles. what a beautiful islamic civilization al andalusia must have been, probably quite a change from the visigoths
didn’t have much time but grabbed some hot chocolate and a slice of toasted bread with butter at casa paco. the most memorable food is often the simplest
more about cordoba next
