Video credit – @vpuntopulido A fire broke out at the Mosque–Cathedral of Córdoba, one of Spain’s most treasured historical landmarks, on August 8, 2025, around 9 p.m. local time. The blaze, reported to have started in the Almanzor Chapel, was caused by a short circuit in a cleaning machine, according to municipal sources and confirmed by the Cabildo-Catedral of Córdoba. Firefighters and police responded swiftly to contain the flames, which posed a serious risk to nearby wooden features such as the artesonado and vigas. The rapid action helped prevent potentially devastating damage to the UNESCO World Heritage Site, renowned for its unique blend of Islamic and Christian architectural heritage. The incident underscores the vulnerability of centuries-old structures to modern equipment malfunctions, raising questions about the safety protocols in place for maintaining and preserving such culturally significant monuments.