Look for the stark white corner building topped with red clay roof tiles, featuring a stunning dark wooden balcony wrapping around the upper level.
You have found a true survivor! This is the Marquis of Sobremonte Provincial Historical Museum, and it is the absolute only house from the colonial era left standing in modern Córdoba. It took the builder, José Rodríguez, a staggering twenty years to finish it, finally wrapping up in 1772. Talk about a long construction project!
The Third Marquis of Sobremonte, Rafael, actually lived here from 1783 to 1796 while he was the mayor. But this wasn't just a fancy home; it was a hub of commerce too. Picture the hustle of the 18th century, with people walking over floors of rough river boulders in the courtyards and smooth creole tiles inside. The walls are built from lime and adobe masonry, which is a sturdy mix of sun-dried earth and organic material that has kept this history safe for centuries.
It is such a rare glimpse into the domestic and working life of the past. Take a second to admire those iron-barred windows before we move on. Whenever you are ready, let's head toward the Caraffa Fine Arts Museum.
