Palacio de la Merced

Córdoba, Spain

The Palacio de la Merced is a historical building in Córdoba. Once home to the convent of La Merced Calzada, it is now home to the Provincial Government of Córdoba, a sovra-municipal services institution of the province of Córdoba.

Excavations in the site have revealed the presence of ancient Roman ashlars. Later findings include medieval remains of a baptistery and of a crypt, identified with the Palaeo-Christian or Visigothic basilica of St. Eulalia, assigned by some scholars to the reign of king Reccared I.

The foundation of the palace is traditionally connected to Peter Nolasco, whom king Ferdinand III of Castile had donated the Basilica of St. Eulalia after the conquest of the city in the early 13th century. There are few traces of the 13th convent, however. The current edifice dates to the 18th century, the church dating to 1716-1745. The later has a Latin cross plan, with a nave, two aisles and a transept. The cloister, with a rectangular plan and round arches, was finished in 1752.

Some renovations occurred in 1850, when it became a hospital, and 1960, when it became the seat of the Provincial Deputy. In 1978 the church suffered a fire that destroyed the high altar and other artworks.

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Founded: 18th century
Category: Palaces, manors and town halls in Spain

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Muaz Kabir (14 months ago)
It’s beautiful from outside. Wasn’t able to get in unfortunately but a must see historic site in central Cordoba.
Mohammad Ahmed (2 years ago)
The Palace isn't really a palace anymore. Access is limited to the center portion of the building as it is now a business complex. Free entry and although it is pretty, you have to go through security and it takes less than 5 minutes to see everything.
Jacqueline Bashta (2 years ago)
security refused to let me in telling me there are only offices and not for visit,but the building looks nice from outside
Anantha Krishnan (2 years ago)
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.
launcher acad (3 years ago)
Go for it , good honey olive oil wine cakes and lot more things available. Try for free ? .
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