Jorge's Images: Flower power… Córdoba Festival of Patios

Hundreds of thousands of visitors descend on Córdoba for the Festival of Patios every year

Some of the most beautiful patios are located in the Judería, or Jewish Quarter, of the city

More than 50 different patios are competing for prizes awarded by the City Hall

A riot of colour, geraniums are the star of the show

Some of the patios belong to one-family homes where the rooms are traditionally arranged around the perimeter...

... others are shared by several neighbouring homes

Decorative wrought iron grilles show off the blooms to maximum effect

Architectural elements typically include cobblestone floors, clay tiled roofs and a cooling well or fountain

It's not only about patios... window grilles and balconies also get dressed up for the event

Imagine having to water all these pots every day, all year round, to make sure they're at their very best!

Right in the heart of the city, this peaceful and shady patio conjures up the Andalusian countryside

Home, sweet home

Every patio is as individual as its owner

Gardeners' heaven... fabulous flowers in myriad colours, and everywhere the heady scent of jasmine and orange blossom

Patios are judged on artistic and ornamental flair as well as the variety and quality of flowers, plants and pots

The 2013 edition of the Festival ends on 19 May, but since it's an annual event... there's always next year!