Location:  
The Puerta del Puente, which many Cordobans mistake for an Arch of Triumph, is located on the north bank of the Guadalquivir River next to the Roman bridge and is one of the few historic gates that have been preserved in the city.

Origin: 
It dates back to Roman times, but its current appearance has nothing to do with that time, as it has been completely transformed on several occasions throughout its history.

Use: 
It was originally used to regulate traffic on the Via Augusta as it passed over the Roman bridge, in the direction of Ecija, Seville and Cadiz. 
In the 16th century, in view of its evident deterioration, the city’s mayor ordered its reconstruction and embellishment, as it was the first image that travellers encountered on their arrival in Cordoba. 
A refurbishment carried out in the early 20th century, purely for aesthetic purposes, freed it from the walls, the remains of which can be seen on the sides of the square. 
In 2005 it underwent its last restoration, which included the cleaning and recovery of the original floor level that had been buried by previous works and renovations.