The province is mainly divided into three geographical areas: theSierra Morena to the north, theBaetic Depression in the center andLa Campiña in the south.[3] The climate is continental Mediterranean with temperatures in the capital ranging from 9.2 °C in January and 27.2 °C in July and August, which often exceed 40 °C. Rainfall in the capital is recorded from 600 to 750 mm per year. It is concentrated from October to April. The Province of Córdoba ranks 11th in Spain in which the entire population is concentrated in the capital. On average, 31.96% of a Spanish province's population inhabits its capital. The province consists of 75 municipalities. They are further grouped into 8 "comarcas".[3]
The province's capital city is a well-known tourist destination.Mezquita was built using pillars of uneven heights.[8] The city was declared a world heritage site in 1984.[9]
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