We had planned on going to Cordoba while on our way to Portugal but that did not work out. We originally thought of hitting Cordoba for a few hours, heading to Seville to catch a bus to Lisboa (Portgual), then back to Madrid. However, we found out that only one bus sells out in advance to take off… Cordoba! I do not know why, the only thing interesting is the Mezquita.
The Mezquita has identity problems. First it was a Christian church. Then a Mosque. Then again a Christian church. Now it’s just kind a mix. While there are still masses that Catholics worship the Living God, the building itself is just a beautiful example of a time long gone. It’s gorgeous red and white arches provide just an unreal atmosphere. Standing inside the Mezquita (church/mosque) makes one recognize how many people stood exactly where I was, whether worshipping Allah, Jesus, Muhammad or the Pope. What were they like? Did they worry about how history would remember them? Did they think about the tourist money this temple would someday bring? If so, no wonder the Catholics recaptured it again. Anyways, it was super interesting standing inside a spiritual site of such significance for many people over such a long time.
Check out the beauty!
Some more Mary worship for you.
The Lord
Counsels of bishops, cardinals would meet here, as well as for ceremonies
Guys with the keys to heaven I guess, maybe Peter!
Random picture:
Sombrero!
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