Basilica de la Merced (Basilica of Mercy), Cordoba
Basílica de la Merced was founded in 1826. The design of the church was completed by Kánepa Bettoli in an Italian style. The basilica has some features from those of Rome and some influences of eclecticism. It was named a basilica in 1926. The basilica is a true masterpiece with the architecture consisting of several styles.
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Sight Name: Basilica de la Merced (Basilica of Mercy)
Sight Location: Cordoba, Argentina (See walking tours in Cordoba)
Sight Type: Religious
Guide(s) Containing This Sight:
Sight Location: Cordoba, Argentina (See walking tours in Cordoba)
Sight Type: Religious
Guide(s) Containing This Sight:
Walking Tours in Cordoba, Argentina
Create Your Own Walk in Cordoba
Creating your own self-guided walk in Cordoba is easy and fun. Choose the city attractions that you want to see and a walk route map will be created just for you. You can even set your hotel as the start point of the walk.
Cordoba Shopping Tour
Argentina is well-known for its leather goods throughout the world, but Cordoba is known for its shops that sell a variety of handicrafts made by the local artisans, in addition to leather items. There are also gift shops where you will be able to buy a souvenir to take back home. Take this walking tour to drop in on some of the most interesting shops in Cordoba.
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.7 Km or 1.7 Miles
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.7 Km or 1.7 Miles
Top Religious Sites
The city of Cordoba has many places of worship of different faiths and denominations, including Catholic churches, synagogues and mosques. The central masterpiece of the city is the Cordoba Cathedral, standing majestically in the very heart of the city. Take this tour to get acquainted with the religious life in Cordoba.
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.2 Km or 1.4 Miles
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.2 Km or 1.4 Miles
Cordoba Introduction Walking Tour
Capital of the eponymous Argentinean province, Córdoba is famous for its colonial-era architecture. The key landmark here is undoubtedly Plaza San Martín flanked by neo-baroque Córdoba Cathedral. To appreciate these and other beauties of Córdoba, follow this orientation walk and enjoy!
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.4 Km or 2.1 Miles
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.4 Km or 2.1 Miles