AGA Cordoba v3 is a modern Qalam writing font with delicate letterforms displaying the elegance of Arabic script. It is based on the classical Naskh script modified with contemporary design elements. It offers a compact baseline, slanted Qalam-made edges, and visible horizontal emphasis. Overall, it has a sharp outlook with a unique dome-like cap on some letters like “fey”, creating visual interest. It was released on March 18, 2014, by Almedia Interactive Ltd. and designed by Mohammad Alagha. This font is designed for long texts.
With 493 characters and 475 glyphs, it can write various languages seamlessly across different software. Moreover, AGA Cordoba v3 supports Arabic, Latin, Urdu, and Persian languages for a more enhanced and diverse typo experience. The font’s normal weight and medium width make it suitable for extended reading, such as newspapers, documents, and branding materials. Its consistent thickness throughout the letterforms, coupled with delicate and thin strokes, enhances its readability. However, legibility may be lower at smaller resolutions. The font features thin and pointy terminals, contributing to its elegant appearance. Despite offering only one weight, it is compatible with various Unicode blocks, including Basic Latin, Latin-1 Supplement, Arabic, and more, ensuring versatility in design applications.