Even the private courtyards 
are open free of charge for all visitors to admire 
That’s right! Every May, the enchanting city of Cordoba in southern Spain 
hosts the Courtyard Festival. Locals transform their courtyards into stunning works of art and welcome the public to explore. This vibrant festival is also a competition, with the most beautifully decorated courtyard winning a grand prize 
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Below are six official routes to guide you through the most breathtaking courtyards 
Route 1: Regina-Realejo
Route 2: Santa Marina – San Agustin
Route 3: San Lorenzo
Route 4: Santiago – San Pedro
Route 5: Judería San Francisco
Route 6: Alcázar Viejo
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The festival also features a variety of street dance and music performances:
️ [The 15th Cordoba Flamenco Festival]
Time: 10-11 May, every evening at 22:00
Location: Plaza de la Corredera
️ [Flamenco Fusion Dance]
Time: 10 May at 21:00 / 14 May at 17:00
Location: Alcázar Viejo Street on Route 6
️ [Cordoba Traditional Serenade Parade]
① Time: 9 May at 20:30
Route: Puerta Sevilla (20:30) → Arco de Caballerizas Reales (21:30)
② Time: 10 May at 20:30
Route: Plaza de la Magdalena (20:30) → Arco de Calle Pozanco (21:30)
All courtyards are free to visit, and no reservation is required. However, please ask the courtyard owner for permission before taking photographs.
Festival Dates:
May 2 (Thursday) to May 12 (Sunday), 2024
Morning 11:00-14:00; Evening 18:00-22:00
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