Soulful nudes and new ruins

 Another day in Cordoba and we will get lost - but then that is quite easy here. We will first mooch into the Museo Julio Romero de Torres, and why not.


https://museojulioromero.cordoba.es/  If soulful nudes, wondering why they have to hang on to a bunch of oranges while some chat says she must take her vest off then this is your place. It has lots of work, kind and kitsch, profound and slightly pervy - a lot of it local.  Five days ago Carlos reckoned ‘It's a gem. The paintings are beautiful. And if you like Julio Romero de Torres, you'll love it. From the ticket office to the guides, everyone is super friendly. Greetings to Joaquin, who told us the story of the guitar. ‘  I certainly feel it is worth a visit next time we are in Cordoba.





Fancy a bite? La Cazuela de la Espartería is on our route and we can pop in.  http://www.tabernasalinas.com/   Seven hours ago Yannick thought ‘Typical of Cordoba, all the specialties are fabulously represented. Very friendly waiter. Excellent experience. ‘  It is a  mere three hours since Mia recorded the fact ‘I enjoyed a traditional Cordoban lunch here, delicious food, wonderful setting & friendly staff ‘




The Templo Romano de Cordoba is next on our itinerary.  If ruined walls and suspiciously neat pillars are your thing, and 9189 people felt moved enough to comment, then knock yourself out.  https://www.turismodecordoba.org/templo-romano-de-cordoba#    Now, two years ago Robert was feeling a bit grumpy.  ‘It's a construction site, so not worth visiting, and they are not the real columns. The real columns are in a nearby museum.’   Yesterday Laszlo was more upbeat. ‘It's very beautiful, although it's also beautiful from the outside. However, if you have time, take advantage and go inside, as they offer guided tours that last approximately 40 minutes. Arrive early; the last tour is at 12:00 PM, and it's closed on Mondays. ‘





We will end the day in the Jardines de la Merced, and particularly its fountain. Tomas liked it ‘The Fountain in the Jardines de la Merced is a beautiful ornamental fountain located in the heart of the Jardines de la Merced, next to the Palacio de la Merced. Its classic design, with its circular cascade, creates a relaxing atmosphere. Surrounded by rose bushes and centuries-old trees, it is the perfect place to rest during a stroll. The sound of the cascading water provides an oasis of tranquility in the city center. It is very well preserved and maintained by the city council. ‘











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