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 A thousand-year-old bridge |
Ronda de Juanelo, s/n Toledo 45001 Spain |
The Puente de Alcántara bridge has a history that pre-dates its Islamic name (in Arabic "alcántara" means bridge). It was originally constructed in the Roman era. It was later destroyed then rebuilt during Arabic times (854). In 1257 floods demolished it again but Alfonso X ordered its reconstruction the following year. The bridge was originally defended by a tower at either end. Only the one nearest the city remains and the other was replaced by a baroque gateway in 1721. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Military Museum in city fortress |
Cuesta de Carlos V, 2 Toledo 45001 Spain |
The Military Museum is currently closed. They are expected to reopen in 2008. Toledo's hilltop fortress, the Alcạr, dominates the city. The Romans, Visigoths and Arabs all built fortifications on this site. Alfonso VI established himself here when he conquered Toledo for the Christians in 1085. In 1535, following the reconstruction of the fortress, Charles I of Spain took up residence. Since then, the Alcạr has been destroyed and rebuilt on several occasions, most recently in 1936 when one of the most famous incidents of the Spanish Civil War took place here. It was finally restored during the 1950's and now houses a library (biblioteca regional) and the Military Museum which contains an important collection of arms, uniforms and models of important historical battles. Admission: EUR 1.20 Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Swords, swords, swords |
Comercio, 41 Toledo 45001 Spain |
You´ll find antique and modern swords from all over the world on sale here, including examples from England, France, Spain and even Japan. You´ll see swords bearing the famous Gladius brand name alongside swords and silverwork made by local Toledan craftsmen. The store opened close to the Plaza de Zocodover in 1997, and if you don't fancy wearing your sword through Customs, take advantage of the national and international delivery service. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Ancient imperial gateway |
Cardenal Tavera, s/n Toledo 45003 Spain |
This impressive 16th century gateway is undoubtedly one of the finest entrances to the ancient city. Built by Covarrubias in 1555, it more than merits the adjective "imperial". On the facade, there is a gigantic coat of arms of Castille and Leon kingdom and the two-headed eagle which represented the reign of the Spanish monarchs during the Habsburg empire. The gateway is formed by two buildings joined by a patio and crenellated wall. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Exceptional Gothic monument |
Plaza del Ayuntamiento, s/n Toledo 45002 Spain +34 925 22 2241 |
A huge, solidly built Gothic structure built between the 13th and 15th centuries with unusual mudajar-style decoration and vaults in the apse. Take a look at the extraordinary main altarpiece, the statues and frescoes in its 22 chapels, the Renaissance-style choir stalls and the plateresque wrough-iron work. However, the biggest attractions are kept in the museum (EUR 4.80): paintings by El Greco, Van Dyck, Titian, Lucas Jordan and Rafael along with Enrique de Arfe's 3.8m 16th century monstrance crafted out of gold and silver. Mass is conducted in Spring & Summer. The timings are 8a, 8:30a, 9a, 9:30a (Mozarabic), 10a, 11a, 11:45a, 6p & 7p M-Sa, 8a, 9a, 10a (Mozarabic), 11a, noon, 6p & 7p Su. Autumn & Winter timings are 8a, 8:30a, 9a, 9:30a (Mozarabic), 11a, 5p & 6p M-Sa, 8a, 9a, 10a (Mozarabic), 11a, noon, 5p & 6p Su. Mozarabic liturgy is the Christian service that was celebrated during the Moorish occupation. Tourist admission to the cathedral and museums : 4,95 EUR Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Renaissance-style building |
Plaza del Ayuntamiento, s/n Toledo 45001 Spain +34 925 22 2800 http://www.ayto-toledo.com |
This building - located next to Toledo Cathedral - was built in 1575 when Baroque-style architecture was taking over from the Renaissance-style. It resembles El Escorial as its builders were the same - Juan de Herrera, Nicolas de Vergara el Mozo, Juan Bautista Monegro and Jorge Manuel Theotocopuli. It has two floors with impressive towers on each side with Madrid-style spires. Inside, there is a beautiful staircase where some of the famous poems of the Mayor, Gomez Manrique, are reproduced. The Moorish arch that gives access to the Town Hall is also worth a special mention. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Old Moorish walls round Toledo |
Cardenal Tavera, s/n Toledo 45003 Spain |
Despite the fact that both the Romans and the Visigoths undertook the task of protecting Toledo, it was the Muslims who, after capturing the city in 711, reinforced the old city walls to adapt them to their new military function as the frontier capital of the newly created Islamic State. The old Moorish wall still stands. It's still possible to see some remains of the Visigothic wall next to the Puerta de Bisagra). Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Toledo's artistic jewels |
Samuel Leví, s/n Toledo 45002 Spain +34 925 22 4046 http://www.geocities.com/SoHo/... |
Many of the best paintings created by Domenikos Theotokopulos - the brilliant 16th-century artist better known as El Greco, have been brought together in this attractive museum. They are displayed amongst period furniture and other objects alongside paintings and sculpture dating from the 15th to the 17th centuries. El Greco's most famous painting - El entierro del Conde Orgaz (The Burial of Count Orgaz) - is in the nearby Santo Tome Church. You'll find the museum located in the heart of the old Jewish quarter close to the Sinagoga del Transito. Admission: EUR 2.40; senior citizens & under-18s: EUR 1.20, Sa afternoon & Su: free. Closed: Monday and public holidays Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Monumental entrance to the city |
Carretas, s/n Toledo 45003 Spain |
The Puerta del Sol was once the principal gateway into the ancient walled city of Toledo. It leads directly to the Puerta de Bisagra and the Cristo de la Luz Mosque. It was originally built at the end of the 10th or the beginning of the 11th centuries but most of what we see today dates from the 14th. It is made up of various connected Moorish-style archways in stone and brick. It was previously known as the gateway of Herrería and San Ildefonso and takes its current name from the 18th century depiction of the sun and the moon in the centre of a triangular shield on the first arch. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Medieval village with an interesting annual festival |
Centro urbano Toledo 45930 Spain |
This village is worth visiting for its beautiful medieval buildings, its unusual annual festival and the excellent wines from the surrounding area. The San Sebastian church is a mix of Gothic and Rennaisance architectural styles from the 16th and 17th centuries. The interior houses a magnificent mudajar-style ceiling, a brilliant Renaissance altarpiece, an organ and other Baroque altarpieces. The most spectacular part of the annual nativity festival (24-27 April) is the San Marcos pilgrimage when villagers dressed in white skirts, petticoats and red bandanas sing and dance to the orders of the Sargentos who are dressed in medieval costume. The public bus from Toledo leaves from Avenida Castilla-La Mancha for the 54m journey. For more information tel. +34 925 215 854. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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The heart of the city |
Ciudid Centro Toledo 45001 Spain |
This square is the central point of the city where locals and visitors get the chance to meet. The main streets of the old part of town start here and lead tourists to the principal historical sites. You can also board the tourist train here for a ride round Toledo. Traditional markets, such as the famous "Martes" (Tuesday market) still take place in this square. Great bullfights, fiestas and macabre executions have also taken place here. During the Muslim era this was the location of the old cattle market ("Tulaytula") built on top of the ruins of the Roman wall. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Regional assembly, old convent |
Bajada del Calvario, s/n Toledo 45002 Spain |
The old Convento de San Gil, also known as 'Gilitos', as it once belonged to the Franciscan religious order, has housed the Cortes de Castilla la Mancha (Regional Assembly of Castilla la Mancha) since 1983. The building, which does not admit visitors, was built between 1610 and 1918. The convent later served as a provincial prison from 1860-1939 after the Catholic Church lost title to it. In more recent times, it has also been used as a fire and police station prior to becoming the regional assembly in 1986. The lovely view of the Tajo river from the balcony is also worth mentioning. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Lovely Gothic monastery |
San Juan de los Reyes, 17 Toledo 45007 Spain +34 925 22 3802 |
An architectural jewel of the Spanish Gothic style whose outstanding features are the cloisters and the arched galleries. The ground floor houses numerous sculptures along with some fine carved stone reliefs depicting images of animals and vegetation. The upper storey has a richly decorated mudejar-style ceiling. The church's interior is a riot of decor containing delicate arches, coats-of-arms, huge eagles and a star-shaped dome. You'll find it by Puerta del Cambron gate. It was commissioned by the Catholic Monarchs to commemorate Spanish victory over King Alfonso of Portugal in 1476. Admission: EUR 2. Children under 10: Free admission for EU residents Wednesday afternoons. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Toledo's main museum |
Cervantes, 3 Toledo 45001 Spain +34 925 22 1036 / +34 925 22 1402 |
The museum displays a collection of paintings by El Greco, Goya, Ribera, Lucas Jordán, Carducho and other artists from Toledo along with valuable objects like ivory crucifix, Belgian wall-hangings, antique furniture, gold and silverwork. The archaeological exhibits include the skull of a mammoth and artifacts from the Roman, Visigoth, Arabic and mudéjar periods. There's an Industrial Arts section where you can see examples of popular culture and local crafts. The most striking features of this plateresque building are its entrance, the elegant courtyard, the grand staircase and the mudéjar and Renaissance style ceilings. You'll find it by Plaza de Zocodover. Admission is free. It is closed on New Year's Day, April first, Christmas Day, Holy Thursday and Good Friday. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 The beauty of Jewish Toledo |
Paseo del Tránsito, s/n Toledo 45002 Spain +34 925 22 3665 http://www.servicom.es/museose... |
One of the finest examples of mudejar architecture in Toledo, this rectangular building has a beautiful moulded ceiling and its walls are covered with Hebrew inscriptions and the Castilian coat-of-arms. It now houses the Museo Sefardi. Built by Samuel Halevi it was entrusted to the religious order of Alcantara after the Jews were expelled. Admission (synagogue and museum): EUR 2.40, students: EUR 1.20; over-65s & under-18s: free; Sa, Su, May 18 & 31, Oct 12, Dec 6: free. Closed: 1/1, 1/5, 24, 25 & 31/12. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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