Roman+Bridge+of+Cordoba

=**Roman Bridge of Cordoba**= The Roman Bridge of Cordoba was built by early Romans during the rule of Emperor Augustus (around the year 0), although what you see today is not entirely the original bridge. It was built to create a passage across the Guadalquivir River, constructed during the time of Augustus. It is 225 meters long and features 16 arches. The first reconstruction of the bridge was during the Moorish rule, and another rebuilding took place following the reconquest. In the early 1900s there was yet another renovation. The most recent work was done in 2006, which made the bridge a walkway for pedestrians only.

The Bridge of Cordoba's importance was that it served as defense to the town. Also, it was a quicker transportation route. The bridge is very close to the Great Mosque, and the Torre De Calahorra, a defensive tower. On the other end of the bridge is Puerta del Puente - the entrance to the bridge, built in 1572. As you may have already guessed, millions of people cross the gate every single year! A small shrine to Saint Raphael sits in the middle of the bridge.