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Here is a detailed map of Toledo with street names in Russian and house numbers. You can easily get directions by moving the map in all directions with the mouse or by clicking on the arrows in the upper left corner. You can change the scale using the scale with the "+" and "-" icons located on the right side of the map. The easiest way to adjust the image size is by rotating the mouse wheel.

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Toledo is located in the United States. This is a wonderful, beautiful city, with its own history and traditions. Toledo coordinates: north latitude and east longitude (show on a large map).

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An interactive map of Toledo with sights and other tourist sites is an indispensable tool for independent travel. For example, in the "Map" mode, the icon of which is located in the upper left corner, you can see the city plan, as well as a detailed road map with route numbers. You can also see the railway stations and airports of the city marked on the map. Nearby you see the "Satellite" button. By turning on the satellite mode, you will see the terrain, and by zooming in, you can explore the city in great detail (thanks to satellite maps from Google Maps).

Move the "man" from the lower right corner of the map to any street in the city, and you can take a virtual walk through Toledo. Adjust the direction of movement using the arrows that appear in the center of the screen. By turning the mouse wheel, you can zoom in or out on the image.

Toledo (Toledo) - the capital of the autonomy of Castile-La Mancha and the first capital of Spain, which is located just 50 minutes from Madrid. The whole city is a monument of architecture and in 1987 was included in the UNESCO lists.

The winding streets of the city keep the memory of different cultures: ancient Roman, Visigothic, Arabic, Christian and Jewish. Each of them left a significant mark on the history and architecture of Toledo.

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Toledo has preserved a medieval charm that will captivate tourists at first sight. This is an atmospheric place to walk along the cobbled streets, where dozens of architectural monuments are hidden, as well as the best place for a photo shoot in Spain. Toledo conquered the famous artist El Greco, who left his canvases in almost all the churches and museums of the city. In local gun shops you can buy the best blades in the world (not allowed to be taken abroad) or tiny souvenir skewers.

How to get to Toledo

Toledo is most often traveled from Madrid - the distance between them is only 71 km. Buses to Toledo run constantly from the Estación Sur station - the journey takes about 1 hour, the ticket price in both directions is about 12 €.

From the Puerta de Atocha railway station to Toledo, trains run hourly - the journey takes 33 minutes, the average cost of a one-way ticket is about 21 €.

When to go

The climate of Toledo requires coordination with the weather forecast, as it can be extremely hot or, conversely, cold. Summer is not the best time to visit - all the locals "escape" from the heat of 40 ° C in the Mediterranean or in the northern regions of Spain.

The most comfortable in terms of temperature and lack of precipitation: June, end of August, September. April, May, October are also quite suitable for a visit.

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Interesting historical facts about Toledo:

There is no exact information when Toledo was founded, but the first information about it dates back to the 2nd century AD, when the city of Toletum was conquered by the Roman commander Mark Fulvius. The historian Titus Livius writes the commander's saying "Toledo is a small city, but it is conveniently located for defense." Under the rule of the Romans, Toletum was 6 centuries, the memory of which is kept by the ruins of the aqueduct and the arena.

Then the ancient German tribe of the Visigoths came here - from 418 to 711 Toledo was the Visigothic capital and archiepiscopal center (relevant to this day). In 712, the Arabs captured Toledo, renaming it Talaytola.

In 1085 Toledo was liberated from Moorish occupation by King Alphonse VI of Castile. At this time, the city had already become famous for its swords made of Toledo steel. Toledo served as the capital and royal residence until Philip "relocated" the capital to Madrid.

Attractions

Fortress walls and gates of Toledo

Toledo is a fortified city, about which the ancient Roman commander spoke like this:"Toledo is a small city, but well placed for defense."Today, fragments of the fortress walls and 8 gates are perfectly preserved:

1. Inspection is better to start from the entrance bridge of Alcantara1st century AD The first bridge over the River Tagus at the base of the castle of San Servando, both ends of which are flanked by gates in Baroque and Gothic style;
2. Nearby are the Alcantara Gates (Puerta de Alcantara)10th century with double entry for extra protection;
3. The gates of Puerta de Doce Cantos (Puerta de Doce Cantos) are located south along Cuesta los Cantos Doce Street;
4. To the Gates of Alarcones (Puerta de Alarcones) you should go to Carretas Street;
5. Nearby flauntflaunt the Puerta del Sol Gate ( per. " Gate of the Sun") and the gate de Valmardon.Next, we go to the New and Old Bisagra Gates near La Vega Park(Jardines de la Vega) with magnificent wisteria;
6. New Bisagra Gate (Puerta Nueva de Bisagra ) - most famousand a spectacular gate with a molding of the coat of arms of the Habsburgs above the entrance, a Guardian angel on a triangular pediment, a statue of Charles V, a map of Toledo in bronze, a bench with lions in the courtyard;
7. The old gate of Bisagra (Puerta Vieja de Bisagra) stands next to the New;
8. To the Porta del Cambronin the Renaissance styleyou need to go to Recaredo alley. Above the portal is a statue of Leocardia and a coat of armsPhilip II, who moved the capital to Madrid.

After examining the ancient fortifications, let's take a look at other sights of Toledo. Walking along the old streets, you can stumble upon the original Toledo "patio"– cute courtyards with a fountain and sculpture, which are not on tourist maps.

1. The main city building Town Hall and Town Hall Square ( Plaza de Ayuntamiento ) located in the center of the city. It is worth a visit, if only because only from here you can appreciate the grandiose Cathedral, standing nearby.

1. Catedral Primada) of the 13th-15th centuries is an impressive Gothic building, the height of the bell tower of which reaches 90 m. Echoes of the Mudéjar and Renaissance styles are visible in the details, and paintings of the geniuses El Greco, Titian and Goya are kept inside. The cathedral is one of the three largest in the kingdom.

1. Alcazar ) 15-16 centuries - outwardly strict building with a luxurious courtyard with a 2-story colonnade, which now houses the library of Castile-La Mancha. The hilltop fortress was besieged many times and rebuilt many times. This is the highest point of the city with the most picturesque panoramas.

1. Zocodover Square (Plaza de Zocodover)- a popular place with a dark past next to the Alcazar castle. During the Arab rule, the square was a cattle market, and in the Middle Ages, enemies of the Inquisition were executed here, and in the 15th century it became a place of festivities, bullfights and jousting tournaments. Why go here:

• Tourist retro steam locomotive starts from here Zocotren ;
• A maximum of souvenir shops and shops selling Toledo steel products are concentrated here.

1. Museo de Santa Cruz ) 15-16 centuries - a magnificent example of elegant Spanish plateresque with a grandiose exposition: 20 works by El Greco, the remains of sarcophagi, church accessories and weapons.

6. The Church of Santiago del Arrabal of the 13th century is a pearl of skillful Mudéjar, in which the theologian Vincente Ferrer, known for his sophisticated ascetic practices, preached.

1. Between Socodover Square and the Santa Cruz Museum on Calle Miguel de Cervantes, a monument to Miguel Cervantes proudly stands. Usually it becomes a pleasant surprise for a tourist walking from the Alcantara bridge to Socodover.

1. The Tavera Museum-Hospital (Hospital de Tavera) 16th century is an austere building founded in honor of John the Baptist by Cardinal and Inquisitor Juan Pardo de Tavera. On its basis, a Museum was created with private collections of the Lerma and Medinaceli families. It is located a little apart from other attractions, but the road there passes through the New Bisagra Gate and the most pleasant La Vega Park.

1. The mosque (former) Cristo de la Luz (Cristo de la Luz) of the late 10th century is the most valuable object of Arab architecture that has retained its original appearance. Nearby you can visit the monastery of the Order of Discalced Carmelites.

1. The monastery of Santo Domingo el Antiguo is the oldest Cistercian monastery with works by El Greco (biblical scenes at the altar).

1. Church of San Roman (Iglesia de San Roman) of the 13th century - originally an ancient Roman, then Visigothic, Muslim and ultimately Christian temple (12th century), which now serves as a Museum of Visigothic culture. Those who are not deceived by the outward simplicity find themselves in a spectacular place with Mudéjar and Romanesque paintings, Roman columns, a stunning plateresque dome and an unparalleled collection of Visigothic treasures.

1. Not far from the Museum of Visigothic Culture there is a place not for the faint of heart - the Museum of the Inquisition, which has about 40 exhibits.

1. The Church of San Ildefonso of the 18th century is a baroque church, which was originally intended for the Jesuit order later abolished. Notable is the high black dome and luxurious snow-white interior design.

1. The Monastery of St. John (Monasterio de San Juan de los Reyes) of the 15th century is a Gothic complex of stunning beauty, which is a functioning Franciscan monastery. Most of the places of the complex are available to tourists (for 2.5 €): a neat garden, a grandiose temple and galleries with filigree wooden ceilings in the spirit of Mudéjar.

1. (Sinagoga de Santa Maria la Blanca)) 12th century builtMoorish builders for the Jews, later became a church (beginning of the 1st century), and then a museum notable for 32 pillars with 8 faces, an arcade and a skillful carved vault.

1. The 14th century Synagogue del Transito, simple on the outside and rich on the inside, with exquisite Moorish decoration, is located in Juderia, the ancient Jewish quarter. The former synagogue, which managed to visit a temple, a hospital and even a barracks, now serves as a Sephardic Museum.

1. Church of the Holy Form or Santo Tome (Iglesia de Santo Tome) of the 16th century - a three-aisled church with the most outstanding painting by El Greco "The Burial of Count Orsaga" and paintings by Tristan.

1. Casa de El Greco) is a charming house-museum of an outstanding painter with his work, as well as the work of his students.

1. 14th century - one of the first strategic objects of Toledo on top of a hill, which served all eras as a fortification (Romans and Moors), a church (Visigoths), a monastery for monks, a school, and, finally, a hostel for students now operates here. Be on the other side of the Tagus River, crossing the Alcantara Bridge

Attractions in the vicinity

Toledo is the capital of Castile-La Mancha, the seat of Don Quixote of La Mancha. In the vicinity of the city there are places of "cunning hidalgo", for example, the miniature town of Cansuegra with its romantic windmills and castle. You can get there by car or by bus (50 min. way, 10 € in both directions).

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Also visit the Cabaneros National Park, a savannah reserve in the Toledo Mountains with rare fauna, prehistoric fossils and cabanas shepherds' houses.

There are magnificent castles in the vicinity of Toledo: the Moorish Almonacid de Toledo20 km and the Templar Montalban30 km (both 12th centuries).

If there is not much time, then you should know the places of the most spectacular panoramas of the city for photo shoots

1. Viewpoint Mirador del Valle (Mirador del Valle) on the outer bank of the Tagus River offers the most luxurious views of the city. Toledo is especially beautiful in the evening illumination. It is more convenient to get there by car, since it is located outside the city;

2. Alcazar Castle, which is located on the highest point of the city;

3. Alcantara Bridge - a beautiful view of the city and the Alcazar castle.

Idea! Take a ride on the Zocotren retro tourist steam locomotive, which departs from Sokodover Square. For 5 € you will be taken to the most remarkable places, and in addition you can listen to an audio guide in Russian.

What to buy in Toledo:

1. Souvenirs from Toledo steel: blades, sabers, swords, knives, scissors, etc. (from 10 €);

2. Marzipan according to monastic recipes - by weight or in a gift box (6-7 € per 100 gr., 2-3 € per item);

3. It is better to buy locally produced olive oil in a supermarket (6-8 € per 0.5 l).

What to do in Toledo

10 things to do in Toledo:

1. The first thing to see is one of the three most luxurious cathedrals in Spain - Toledo Cathedral;
2. Take a sightseeing tour of the city on the train Zokotren;
3. Walk along the fortress walls and inspect the gates of Toledo;
4. Get into Toledo's Eden - La Vega Park, where incomparable wisteria bloom in the summer;
5. Take part in an excursion to the Toledo steel factoryMariano Zamorano Swords and buy a blade or knife in the gift shop;
6. Visit all places with paintings by El Greco: the Cathedral, the Santa Cruz Museum, the Church of St. Thomas and the House Museum of the artist;
7. Take a stunning panoramic photo on the mountain near the Alcazar castle;
8. Visit Consuegra - the town of Don Quixote;
9. To know the unknown sensations in the Museum of the Inquisition;
10. Visit all the Jewish places in Toledo - synagogues, the Jewish quarter and the Sephardi Museum.

What to eat

Cuisine of Toledo is represented by dishes from the Castile-La Mancha region, the main of which is partridge meat cooked on the grill, baked in the oven or in pots. Partridge is served with white wine and garlic sauce (€ per dish and garnish).

For a delicious meal, choose the streets of Alfonso Gel Sabio, Los Los Alfileritos and La Sileria. Experienced tourists do not advise visiting restaurants on Sokodover Square - expensive and rather mediocre. The average check for lunch / dinner with a glass of wine for two is 35-40 €.

For dessert, try Toledo almond martsepan according to old monastic recipes. Coffee with marzipan will cost 6-7 €. The best marzipans are sold in the monastery of St. Thomas.

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The small city (about 80 thousand inhabitants) is one of the main tourist centers and attracts many tourists. The historic city is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This city Toledo(Spain).

The sights of this place, created during the period of the highest power of Spain, amaze with the richness of history and culture.

Toledo on the map in Russian

religious buildings

The main religious buildings of Toledo were created during the time when this city was the capital of Spain, and are masterpieces of Gothic architecture.

Museums

Toledo is real city ​​of artists, the main role among which was played by the great El Greco, who lived and died in the former capital. Therefore, the main museums of Toledo are dedicated to the works of the master and other Spanish painters.

Nature

The nature of central Spain is relatively harsh, so there are no bright natural attractions in the city itself. stands out Gardens de la Vega, created in the 19th century and representing an urban shady park, where you can always take a break from the sweltering heat that is characteristic of central Spain in the summer.

What else to see?

Toledo is a city, first of all, breathing history, so any excursion routes around the city or its environs, one way or another, are connected with the history of the city, province or all of Spain.

What is worth visiting on your own in 1 day?

It can take more than a day to see the main sights of Toledo, because, despite their compact location, a large number of objects and considerable queues will delay even the most impatient tourist. Mandatory items the route when traveling to Toledo will be the Alcazar, the castle of San Servando, the Cathedral and the Museum of El Greco.

On a day trip outside of Toledo, you should definitely go to Campo de Criptana located in the vicinity of Toledo. In the vicinity of this city is the largest complex of windmills in Spain, which are the symbol of the province of La Mancha. The complex consists of 10 mills, which house museums and tourist centers. Who knows, maybe Don Quixote fought from one of these mills during his wanderings in Castile?

What to do with children?

Toledo is a historical city, so there are no special amusement parks and places of entertainment for, for the most part the city is intended for a trained adult tourist. But a historical and architectural walk around the city can be turned into interesting story which will also appeal to small tourists.

Tell the children about the brilliant Spanish knights, the main of which was Don Quixote, about the life of kings and princes, about the struggle between the Moors and the participants of the Reconquista, show ancient castles, fortresses and temples.

The romantic look of the city and its exciting history should impress even children.

If the child is tired of visiting the numerous masterpieces of Spanish architecture, then you can always ride it on a tourist wheeled train Zocotren, which departs hourly on the route from Sokodover Square.

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