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Let´s Go Halal > Cordoba > Things to do > Guadamecí Omeya Museum

Guadamecí Omeya Museum

Plaza Agrupación de Cofradías, 2, 14003 Cordoba, Spain

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Rating: 4,4

(37 reviews)
Discover the unique Museum-House Gudamecí Omeya in Cordoba, dedicated to the art of painted embossed leatherworks (guadamecíes). Thanks to the research of masters such as Ramón García Romero and José Carlos Villarejo García, this museum revives the exquisite sumptuary leatherwork techniques developed during the Umayyad Caliphate in the 10th century. Admire the intricate designs and rich polychromy that once adorned palaces and noble houses. This exceptional museum showcases the beauty and history of Córdoba's renowned leatherwork, a true testament to the cultural legacy of Al-Andalus.

Info & Location

City/Province: Cordoba

Type of Experience: Islamic heritage

Address: Plaza Agrupación de Cofradías, 2, 14003 Cordoba, Spain

Where: It is located in the historic center, less than 300 meters from the Great Mosque.

Opening hours: Monday to Saturday: 11:30 am - 13:30 pm / 17:00 pm - 18:30 pm. Sundays: 11:30 am - 13:30 pm.

How to visit: The exhibition includes informative panels about these ancient leatherworking techniques, available in Spanish, English, French, and German, to assist you during your visit. Additionally, the museum-house provides the option to hire a tour guide who can lead visitors through the permanent collection, the restoration workshop, and the art studio. Access to the latter two areas is exclusively available with the guided tour, offering a deeper insight into the craftsmanship on display.

Price: Free entrance.

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