Córdoba facts for kids

Córdoba is a name used for many important places, especially cities and regions. The two most famous places named Córdoba are a large city in Argentina and a historic city in Spain. The name originally comes from the Spanish city.

• Córdoba, Argentina is a big city in Argentina, with over 1.3 million people. It's the capital of the Córdoba Province and the largest city with this name.
• Córdoba, Spain is a historic city in Andalusia, Spain, with about 338,000 people. It was once the capital of a very powerful Islamic kingdom called the Caliphate of Córdoba, and this is where the name "Córdoba" first came from.

Famous People Named Córdoba

Many interesting people have had the name Córdoba. Here are a few:

• Francisco Hernández de Córdoba (died 1517): He was a Spanish explorer who led the first European expedition to the Yucatán Peninsula in Mexico.
• Francisco Hernández de Córdoba (died 1526): Another Spanish explorer, he is known for founding several cities in Nicaragua.
• Gonzalo Fernández de Córdoba (1453–1515): A famous Spanish military leader, often called "The Great Captain" because of his skill in battle.
• Iván Córdoba (born 1976): A well-known Colombian professional football (soccer) player who played as a defender.
• Piedad Córdoba (born 1955): A Colombian politician who served as a senator.

Places Named Córdoba

The name Córdoba is used for many different places around the world, especially in Spanish-speaking countries.

In Argentina

• Córdoba Province, Argentina: This is one of Argentina's 23 provinces, and its capital city is Córdoba.

In Colombia

• Córdoba Department: This is one of Colombia's 32 departments, which are like states or provinces.
• Córdoba, Quindío: A town and municipality (a type of local government area) in the Quindío Department.
• Córdoba, Bolívar: Another town and municipality, located in the Bolívar Department.
• Córdoba, Nariño: A town and municipality found in the Nariño Department.

In Mexico

• Córdoba, Veracruz: A city in the state of Veracruz, Mexico.

In Spain

• Córdoba Province (Spain): A province in southern Spain, in the region of Andalusia. Its capital is the city of Córdoba.
• Córdoba (Spanish Congress Electoral District): An area used for elections to the Spanish Congress of Deputies.
• Córdoba (Vino de la Tierra): A region in Spain known for producing wine.

Historical Islamic States in Spain

In the past, the city of Córdoba in Spain was the center of powerful Islamic states:

• Emirate of Córdoba (756–929): This was an independent Islamic state that ruled much of the Iberian Peninsula (modern-day Spain and Portugal).
• Caliphate of Córdoba (929–1031): This was an even more powerful Islamic state that followed the Emirate. It was a very important center for learning, science, and culture in Europe.
• Taifa of Córdoba (11th century): After the Caliphate broke apart, smaller independent Muslim kingdoms called Taifas appeared, and one of them was centered in Córdoba.

Other Things Named Córdoba

The name Córdoba is also used for other interesting things:

• Great Mosque of Córdoba: A famous historic mosque in Córdoba, Spain, that was later converted into a cathedral. It's known for its stunning architecture.
• Córdoba (Albéniz): A beautiful musical piece for piano, composed by Isaac Albéniz.
• Córdoba C.F.: A professional Spanish football (soccer) club based in the city of Córdoba, Spain.
• Cordoba Fighting Dog: An extinct breed of dog that originated in Argentina.
• Cordoba Guitars: A company that makes guitars, especially classical and flamenco guitars.
• Nicaraguan córdoba: The official currency (money) of Nicaragua.
• Chrysler Cordoba: A type of car that was produced by the American car company Chrysler.
• SEAT Córdoba: A car model manufactured by the Spanish car company SEAT.

See also

In Spanish: Córdoba para niños