SPAN248 / MER248-2
Cordoba: City and Myth

Few cities are as imbued with history, culture and myth as is Cordoba in the south of Spain. As of 2018 it can boast even more UNESCO World Heritage Sites than any other city in the world. As “City of Three Cultures” it witnessed the convergence over centuries of the three main monotheistic religions, a commingling that, while unique in medieval civilization, was rarely completely harmonious and may have oftentimes been overly idealized. Print materials (including philosophical and literary production), recent educational media (including digital architectural reconstructions) and samples of dance and music will offer students the opportunity to see how cultural cross pollination resulted in significant and lasting contributions to the world.

Units: 1

Max Enrollment: 14

Crosslisted Courses:

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Instructor: Vega

Distribution Requirements: LL - Language and Literature

Semesters Offered this Academic Year: Not Offered

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