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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 |
 Photo: José Enrique Álvarez Martín |
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Owned by Gregorio Marañón |
Los Cigarrales Toledo 45002 Spain +34 925 22 0843 |
"Cigarral" is the name given to a small country retreat on the outskirts of Toledo that includes an area of farmland and gardens surrounded by a typical stone or adobe wall. This is one of the most important houses of this kind on the left bank of the Tajo River. It was destroyed by the French Army during the War of Independence and then re-occupied by lower-ranking clerics between 1823-1835 until it was taken over by the Spanish state. In 1921, it was purchased by Dr. Gregorio Marañon who restored it to its former glory by combining the classical and popular features of a typical "cigarral". Marañon wrote nearly all his books in this house. It is not open to the public. It can be viewed from the Puebla de Montalban road. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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The sunniest avenue |
Calle Taller del Moro Toledo 45002 Spain |
This avenue, whose present state and layout is the result of various expansion plans and maintenance works during the first half of the 19th century on the site of of an old derelict country house, is reached from the Calle Taller del Moro. It's one of the sunniest avenues in Toledo, as it's west-facing. There are some good views of the Jewish quarter from this avenue, including the Sinagoga del Tránsito, the El Greco Museum, and the Palacio de Fuensalida. Other sights which can be seen from here are the banks of the River Tagus and the 'cigarrales' (country houses on the river bank) on the outskirts of the city. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Next to the Provincial Government |
La Reconquista Toledo 45001 Spain |
To the left of the Diputacion Provincial (Provincial Parliament) of Toledo building is a narrow street which leads to the La Granja viewpoint. This avenue was landscaped in 1944, on wasteland in the old La Granja area. The area, between the Roman and Medieval walls, comprised three long, parallel streets joined by raised passageways and was abandoned in the 17th century. After the Paseo de la Granja was developed, the Health Department building was built on the site of what was the best Renaissance style palace in the city, which was set on fire and pillaged by French troops in 1808. Centrally located, it's very popular with tourists and close to the plaza de Zocodover and the Puerta de Bisagra. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Roman heritage |
Avenida de la Reconquista Toledo 45004 Spain |
Despite all the excavations carried out here this Roman structure still remains buried. However, experts have discovered that the amphitheatre where the Romans were entertained during the Empire was originally an auditorium for just over 13,000 spectators. This means that it was close to the size of the major arenas in Merida or Rome. It dates from the second half of the 1st century A.D. The remains of Roman, Visigothic and Celt-Iberian ceramics have been found here along with early medieval dwellings. The amphitheatre's lower and upper staircases, the track, and the eleven gates (some in good condition) have also been discovered. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Photo: Jaime Perez |
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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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11th century castle |
Subida de San Servando, s/n Toledo 45006 Spain +34 925 22 4554 |
The Castillo de San Servando is what remains of part of Toledo's defences and is reached by crossing the Alcántara Bridge. There were fortifications as far back as the Moslem era and probably in Visigothic times too. When Alfonso VI took the city in 1085 he built the castle on the ruins of older buildings. Two further reconstructions have taken place, one in the 12th century and again in 1380. The final rebuilding incorporated Arabic elements including a large central square and turrets. Castilla La Mancha's first regional government chamber was established here in 1983. Nowadays, the castle contains a youth hostel and is only open to members. For more information on this, please see accomodation. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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