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Cordoba is located in the South of Spain in Andalusia. The city has an incredibly rich history thoroughly deserving its status as a world heritage site. Cordoba can rightly lay claim to at one time being the capital of a Roman province as well as an Arab State.

Influences from these eras are easy to see in Cordoba with small pretty streets intersecting with alleyways and town squares. The Mosque Cathedral sits prominently in Cordoba reflecting the regions Islamic history.

Hiring a car in Cordoba opens up multiple touring opportunities in the surrounding regions. Beautiful villages such as Priego de Córdoba, Montilla and Zuheros are all easily reached with a car hire Cordoba service. Compare car hire prices here today.

Many historians believe that back in the tenth century Cordoba was the most populated city in the world. The city really comes alive in May with three festivals taking place. The beginning of May sees the start of the Crosses Festival. Over a half week or so, three metre high decorated crosses are placed around the city with prizes awarded for the best one. Traditional food and music is also plentiful during the event.

In the middle of May the Patios Festival is celebrated. This is certainly the busiest of the festivals. Houses in the historical centre open their patios and compete against each other in categories such as architectonic value and a flora competition. The fair of Cordoba finishes an exhausting but fun month for the locals

There is a small airport located six kilometres from Cordoba. Córdoba Airport is mainly used for charter flights. If you are arriving from Ireland or the UK and wish to visit Cordoba then check out flights arriving at Seville Airport or Malaga Airport.