Patio of the Orange Trees, Islamic courtyard garden in Córdoba, Spain.
The rectangular courtyard contains ninety-eight orange trees arranged in symmetrical rows with three Renaissance fountains placed at regular intervals throughout the space.
Originally constructed in 784 during the reign of Abd al-Rahman I, the courtyard functioned as a place for Islamic ablution rituals before prayer.
The space demonstrates the fusion of Islamic and Christian architectural elements through its arched galleries, decorative tiles, and traditional Andalusian garden design.
The courtyard opens Monday through Saturday from 10:00 to 18:00, except Tuesday which starts at 11:00, and Sundays from 15:00 to 18:00.
The underground water system beneath the orange trees connects to ancient cisterns that supplied water for ceremonial washing during the Islamic period.
Location: Distrito Centro
Location: Córdoba
Website: https://mezquita-catedraldecordoba.es/descubre-el-monumento/el-edificio/patio-de-los-naranjos
Address: C. Cardenal Herrero, 1, Centro, 14003 Córdoba, Spain 14003 Córdoba 14003 Córdoba
Opening Hours: Lunes 10:00-18:00; Martes 11:00-18:00; Miércoles-Sábado 10:00-18:00; Domingo 15:00-18:00
Phone: +34957470512
Website: https://mezquita-catedraldecordoba.es/descubre-el-monumento/el-edificio/patio-de-los-naranjos
GPS coordinates: 37.87946,-4.77984
Latest update: March 5, 2025 14:42
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