The Alcázar is a majestic stone fortress located on a hilltop in Toledo, visible from any part of the city. Built as early as the 3rd century by the Romans as a palace fortress, the Alcázar is one of the city's oldest buildings w... read more
Practically in the centre of Toledo's Jewish quarter is the small, simple and unremarkable at first glance church of San Tomé. Like many others, this church was rebuilt from a mosque after King Alfonso VII liberated Toledo from the Arab... read more
The House Museum of the famous Spanish painter El Greco is located in the Jewish quarter of Toledo. The outstanding Renaissance painter, known for his original, unique style of painting, was a native of Crete. At the age of 35 he entered the servi... read more
Located in Toledo, the historic synagogue building is a symbol of the prosperity of the Jewish people in the region, as well as a true masterpiece of Spanish architecture from the Middle Ages. The construction of the synagogue, which bears the nam... read more
