Sender: marcelo
UNESCO World Heritage City Toledo was once the capital city of Spain. It is situated on a Castilian hilltop overlooking the Rio Tajo (River Tagus) near to Madrid (the current capital of Spain) and is full of many charming, narrow, winding streets which are almost like a labyrinth.
The history of Toledo dates back to Roman occupation circa 192BC. Roman occupation was followed by Visagothic rule, Muslim rule and finally the Reconquest of Toledo in 1085AD.
During the 13th century, Toledo became one of the few places in Spain where Moors, Christians and Jews managed to live together. Visitors can still admire the remains of churches, mosques and synagogues built during this time.
Some of the religious attractions are:-
The Mezquita del Cristo de la Luz (Mosque of Christ of the Light)
The Monasterio de San Juan de los Reyes
The Iglesia de San Román
The Church of Santo Domingo el Antiguo
Santo Tomé
Sinagoga de Santa Maria La Blanca
Sinagoga del Tránsito
Toledo Cathedral
I think "Holy Toledo" isn't just an expression!
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