This magnificent monument is the representation of the passing of the centuries. The hill of Toledo, surrounded by the Tajo river (with amazing panoramic views) , has been an excellent defense for many of the cultures that have dominated the Read more…
Toledo is protected by the city walls, but also by the river, which surrounds 3/4 of the perimeter of the city. This made Toledo almost impregnable. Therefore the access to Toledo is controlled by the gates of the citywalls, but Read more…
Castilian food Toledan food was influenced by the cooking of Moors and regions nearby. Nevertheless, Toledan food has long traditions that come with hunting and cattle-breeding which influenced the use of meat in many typical and traditional Toledo dishes. Of course, Read more…
Consuegra is a pretty small town not so far from Toledo, and rich in history. the first settlers in this area date back to 5th BC. It was also a part of Roman Empire, survive the rule of Muslims and nowadays Read more…
Damascene It is an ancient art that has a rich history in Toledo, damascening is decorating metals with precious metals (like gold and silver) and creating amazing artwork, for example jewellery or decorative plates. This art requires a patient person with Read more…
Spanish Patios In the centre and south of Spain the weather is warm and dry, so patios are like an oasis where the temperature stays colder thanks to the shade and the vegetation, plants and flowers give colour and life to the house. Read more…
Toledo is surrounded by the Tajo River, giving the city a natural protection that has been vital during many wars and centuries. It also offers the best frame for an spectacular postcard. If you take the road that goes by Read more…
If you walk around in Toledo, you’ll soon realized that the streets couldn’t get any more labyrinthine or narrower. This configuration dates from the medieval times and the Islamic domination of the kingdom. Then, in 1085, Toledo was reconquest to Christianity, Read more…
Almonds and sugar, simplicity and tradition. There are many theories about the origin of this sweet, one legend states that in the Convent of San Clemente the nuns started baking this to feed the hungry people during the famine of Read more…
When you visit the old city of Toledo there are so many monuments and museums that you could visit, you could stay here a week and you’ll still have plenty of things to see… but most of the visitors spend here Read more…