Palacio de la Merced
Palacio de la Merced
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Cymro
Coimbra, Portugal3,312 contributions
Jul 2020
The building was closed to visitors when I visited in July. Nonetheless, the Palacio de la Merced is still worth visiting to see the building's façade, which is very interesting. After you can cross the road and visit the lovely Jardins de la Merced, and also see the lovely fountain at its entrance gate.
Written August 4, 2020
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carol31
Naples, Italy213 contributions
Nov 2018
the place is a must
it was the location of the meeting I was attending
Beautiful and historical but just freezing ! the breaks took place outside and even in a sunny day we just froze. A bit of organization would overcome the problem
it was the location of the meeting I was attending
Beautiful and historical but just freezing ! the breaks took place outside and even in a sunny day we just froze. A bit of organization would overcome the problem
Written January 18, 2019
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Doina B
Bucharest, Romania77 contributions
Oct 2017
Just opposite Plaza Colon,an imposing pinkish façade, richly decorated with nearly life-size inbuilt statues,basking in the warm sunlight of a late October morning arrested my eyesight. There I was standing in front of the very place I had read a lot about, wishing to visit it one day.Never did it cross my mind that my longed-for chance may have been ruined by....formalities.
Taking the risk to bother you, for which I wholeheartedly apologize in advance, let me explain,please: Since visits/solo or group are only allowed on pre-agreed days and timing, you need to send an application request to the Protocol Office at least 2 weeks in advance for getting fully informed of the terms.Although I had followed through all of it , on my arrival the ladies at the reception desk were completely in the dark. Showing them the e-mail exchanges between them and me, at last they got convinced of my having a pre-agreed appointment and permitted me to walk in and wait for the officer-guide that was supposed to welcome me. The initial shock overcome, I was happy to admire at length and ease the stunning inner courtyard framed by lavishly ornate colonnades in coloured marble, mostly pink,and the central fountain - all of it the master work of Alonso de Sandoval.
Hopeless and a bit angry for waiting in vain for more than half an hour, as nobody was coming to show me the way,I went to the Protocol Office to be told what I was supposed to do. There, in a face-saving attempt, a gentle lady, obviously embarrassed, offered to guide me on a kind of tour.
We started going up a big black marble staircase to the upper portico - some noteworthy Roman mosaics all along the way - just to get in the Plenary Hall/17th century tapestries on the walls, which is the venue of the Council's meetings.Again downstairs and outside, in the Patio del Reloj and its famed sun dial.
That was all. Despite that, I couldn't be angry, at least I could get an idea; moreover, I couldn't help thanking the lady for a precious tip that was to be my day's reward: the adjoining Church of St Mary the Mercy, where Columbus, when in the city, used to beg God for mercy before setting out at sea, was open to visit during the evening mass/7 hrs p.m.Quite a joy to the eye and mind this rather small church with a Latin cross layout; other remarkable features - barrel vaulting ceiling with lunettes, polychrome medallions and half-relief busts of saints, frescoed choir, beautiful Baroque altarpiece.
All in all, no reason for regrets.
Taking the risk to bother you, for which I wholeheartedly apologize in advance, let me explain,please: Since visits/solo or group are only allowed on pre-agreed days and timing, you need to send an application request to the Protocol Office at least 2 weeks in advance for getting fully informed of the terms.Although I had followed through all of it , on my arrival the ladies at the reception desk were completely in the dark. Showing them the e-mail exchanges between them and me, at last they got convinced of my having a pre-agreed appointment and permitted me to walk in and wait for the officer-guide that was supposed to welcome me. The initial shock overcome, I was happy to admire at length and ease the stunning inner courtyard framed by lavishly ornate colonnades in coloured marble, mostly pink,and the central fountain - all of it the master work of Alonso de Sandoval.
Hopeless and a bit angry for waiting in vain for more than half an hour, as nobody was coming to show me the way,I went to the Protocol Office to be told what I was supposed to do. There, in a face-saving attempt, a gentle lady, obviously embarrassed, offered to guide me on a kind of tour.
We started going up a big black marble staircase to the upper portico - some noteworthy Roman mosaics all along the way - just to get in the Plenary Hall/17th century tapestries on the walls, which is the venue of the Council's meetings.Again downstairs and outside, in the Patio del Reloj and its famed sun dial.
That was all. Despite that, I couldn't be angry, at least I could get an idea; moreover, I couldn't help thanking the lady for a precious tip that was to be my day's reward: the adjoining Church of St Mary the Mercy, where Columbus, when in the city, used to beg God for mercy before setting out at sea, was open to visit during the evening mass/7 hrs p.m.Quite a joy to the eye and mind this rather small church with a Latin cross layout; other remarkable features - barrel vaulting ceiling with lunettes, polychrome medallions and half-relief busts of saints, frescoed choir, beautiful Baroque altarpiece.
All in all, no reason for regrets.
Written February 26, 2018
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BennyMalaga
Malaga, Spain89,732 contributions
Oct 2013 • Couples
I consider the Palacio de la Merced as the most beautiful Baroque building in Cordoba. The chapel is still being restored after a madman set fire to it in the past. It was a former convent, the Convent of La Merced, where Columbus stayed. There is a beautiful patio, staircase, and church. Most of it is a Provincial Government building now. I think the building is very elegant.
Written October 15, 2013
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Dillon C
Island of Malta, Malta268 contributions
Jul 2018 • Couples
While heading on our way to the centre of the city of Cordoba we stumbled upon this amazing beautiful facade although I think the site was closed.
Written July 30, 2018
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Alex Block
601 contributions
May 2018 • Couples
I have found the place on TA and loved the architecture, so i just came to take a pic. The place itself looks good from the outside, but i guess it was closed for visits at this moment as there was no-one around and all the doors were closed
Written June 7, 2018
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George Jamil
Belo Horizonte, MG283 contributions
Jun 2019 • Couples
Do not forget to go there. We recommend you to take the guided tour, to get as most information you can to enjoy this visit.
Written July 22, 2019
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WandererBo
Montreal, Canada33 contributions
Jun 2019
I am not sure if visitors are permitted to to visit inside this mansion as it is now home to the Provincial Government of Cordoba, It would be great if it were accessible.
Written June 24, 2019
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Malcolm McD
Glasgow, UK438 contributions
May 2018 • Friends
Well worth a visit while strolling through Cordoba. Great picture opportunity to see this building with a difference.
Written April 29, 2019
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Norbert2013
Leicester, UK170 contributions
Oct 2016 • Couples
This is away from most of the Cordoba sights but is definitely worth the walk. However who thought it was a good idea to put a wacking great lamppost in front of it making a real challenge for photographs? It's hard enough with the passing traffic to get a clear view!
Written October 31, 2016
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