If you have had the opportunity to visit Andalusia, you will know that this land is full of places that are worth discovering. And it is that in addition to offering incredible beaches, natural places of immense beauty, an exquisite gastronomy and an important historical and cultural heritage, this autonomous community hides charming towns.
As in Vuela Viajes we have already told you about the most beautiful towns in Andalusia, today we want to focus on a province with a lot of history: Córdoba . Do you want to discover which are the most beautiful towns in this Andalusian corner? Well, watch out!
Priego de Córdoba
First of all, we want to talk about Priego de Córdoba, a town located in the Sierra Subbética Natural Park. Here you will discover a set of streets, stately homes and monuments of great importance. Baroque is the most predominant style in the town. The King’s Fountain, the Health Fountain or the Castle are some of the places you should visit.
Zuheros
We continue our tour of Córdoba in Zuheros, which is located in the southeast of the province. This town has preserved the charm of other times, with narrow and winding streets, white houses with ocher roofs, lots of small squares and the mountains, which act as a backdrop. It is located at the foot of a castle of Arab origin and in it we can find such wonderful corners as the church of Nuestra Señora de los Remedios. Zuheros was declared a Site of Cultural Interest in 2003.
Montoro
Located to the east of the province, Montoro was declared a Historic-Artistic Site in 1969. The town is located on the banks of the Guadalquivir River, which divides it into two neighborhoods. Undoubtedly, what is most surprising about this place is its scenic beauty, although we can also find some architectural elements of great value, such as the bridge, the church of San Bartolomé or the remains of the Castillo de la Mota.
Iznájar
Another beautiful town in Córdoba is Iznájar, which is located in the south of the province, surrounded by a reservoir that bears the same name. This beautiful villa is located on a hill and houses many charming corners, such as the Castle, which dates back to the 8th century; the Patio de las Comedias; or the Parish Church of Santiago.
Lucena
How could it be otherwise, we also have to talk about Lucena, a place that surprises for its imposing surroundings and its important heritage . The church of San Mateo stands out, in Gothic-Renaissance style; the castle and the palace of the Medinaceli or the Casa de los Rico de Rueda.
Belalcázar
The next town on our list is Belalcázar, a municipality located in the Pedroches region, north of Córdoba. Framed by pastures of oaks and cereal lands, the town has a small old town with narrow streets and houses of different styles. The Castle and its Torre del Homenaje stand out.
Almodóvar del Río
Another town that could not be missing from the list is Almodóvar del Río, which is located on the banks of the Guadalquivir River, in the Sierra de Hornachuelos Natural Park. Of great landscape value, this place offers an urban complex made up of white houses located irregularly at the foot of the Castle, which is located at the top. From here you get magnificent views.
Montilla
Knowing that we are leaving many beautiful towns in the pipeline, finally we are going to talk about Montilla, a town that is only 40 kilometers from the city of Córdoba. Located between olive trees and vineyards, this town is famous for its wines and oils, how could it be otherwise. In addition, through its streets you will find palaces, castles, churches, convents and hermitages.