What is the main industry in Cordoba?

Agriculture (cereals, olives, and grapes) and sheep, horse, and bull breeding predominate in the south. Mining (in the north) of lead, zinc, and coal is one of the province's chief industries. Furniture making and the production of metals and chemicals are also significant.



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Córdoba is famous around the world for its Great Mosque. Its historic old town is a World Heritage site, full of little streets to be explored, courtyards full of flowers, inviting squares and lively taverns where you can enjoy a good flamenco performance or try the local cuisine.

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Yet, it was not just its intellectual and scientific sophistication that made Córdoba medieval Europe's greatest city. It was also a place of remarkable religious pluralism, in which Jews and Christians – despite being subjects of Moorish rule – were able to practise their beliefs without persecution.

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Cordoba: A Glorious Muslim Metropolis Located in the Iberian Peninsula, Cordoba was one of the prominent centers of learning and culture in the enlightened Muslim world. While the rest of Europe was going through its dark ages, this was the most prosperous and sophisticated metropolis in the continent.

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Cuero – or leather –goods, in particular bags, purses, wallets and belts, are a local speciality in Córdoba and are still made by hand in studios and workshops all over town.

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Whether you\'re looking to dance the night away or enjoy a laid-back evening with friends, this city has something to offer. From traditional bars to live music venues, the nightlife in Cordoba is a reflection of the city\'s lively energy and rich culture.

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Yet, it was not just its intellectual and scientific sophistication that made Córdoba medieval Europe's greatest city. It was also a place of remarkable religious pluralism, in which Jews and Christians – despite being subjects of Moorish rule – were able to practise their beliefs without persecution.

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While many people visit Cordoba on a day trip from Seville, you could easily spend 2 days in Cordoba or more. If you only have one day in Cordoba, be sure to join a guided tour to get a good feel for the city, its history, and ensure you don't miss any of the main things to do in Cordoba.

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Córdoba has a smaller-town feel than Málaga does– overall more cozy, quaint, and picturesque, but also much more touristy. Since it's so small, it gets very crowded, especially in the afternoons and evenings.

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If your day is short due to the traveling time from Madrid, I would go for Cordoba. There is so much to see in Seville that unless your trains are early / late you will miss a lot of it. The old part of Cordoba (Mezquita, alcazabar, Jewish Quarter) is comfortably seen in a day. I agree with stumblebum.

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