TOLEDO: A MEDIEVAL VILLAGE

Toledo It is the capital of the province of the same name. In addition, it belongs to the autonomous community of Castilla – La Mancha and former seat of the Court of Castile. Surely, it sounds «somewhere in La Mancha» of the Ingenious Hidalgo Don Quixote de la Manchafamous chivalric novel text by the Spanish writer Miguel de Cervantes Saavedra. In addition to the bibliographic reference, Toledo is recognized as «The Imperial City» for having served as the main seat of the court of Carlos I of Spain and V of the Holy Roman Empire.

This unique locality is also known as “The city of three cultures”for having been populated for centuries by the main monotheistic religions: Catholics, Jews and Muslims. Toledo with a population of 83 thousand 459 inhabitants for 2016; still preserves behind its high and distinguished walls, a cultural legacy and artistic in its churches, mosques, synagogues, palaces and fortresses. The diversity of artistic styles that they share in perfect harmony, allowed it to be on the official list of «Cultural Assets».

For this reason, from 1986 Toledo is World Cultural Heritagetitle conferred by the United Nations Organization for Education, Science and Culture (Unesco for its acronym in English), for its exceptional universal value among beautiful landscapes, geography made up of ancient stones and its viewpoints that make you fall in love.

One of the beauties that characterizes Toledois the complexity of its construction on top of a mountain on the banks of the Tagus River with a cause that produces a deep Cliff that manages to isolate the city to the south, east and west. A large bridge is the only possible entrance to the historic center. In addition to passing through the north through the La Saga region.

Although it is a small city, do not make the mistake of trying to visit it in one day. Of course, you can do it but you will only take a slight impression. Enjoying its narrow and walled streets will be an unforgettable memory. Among the places you should visit is Cathedralthe Mosque of Christ of Light and the Synagogue of Santa Maria La Blanca. When it comes to museums, you can visit the Army, Santa Cruz, and Sephardic museums.

The tour can be done with the advice of an expert local guide who will accompany you on a journey through history and amazing legends. Through this you can enjoy the exteriors of the Alcázar from the top of the Regional Libraryplace with an impressive view of Toledo. Also, from the church of the Jesuits you can access the bell tower and you will also enjoy a privileged view of the historic helmet from the city.

Toledo a wonderful town that allows the enjoyment and enjoyment of those who visit it by delighting in the charm of a place full of history and beautiful landscapes.