One of the main landmarks of Toledo is the fascinating Alcazar fortress, which has been built in the mid15th century and has witnessed a huge number of battles. During its long history, the fortress was restored and rebuilt several times; during the siege of 1936 it was destroyed completely. Contemporaries managed to restore the historic building. Today the fortress looks exactly the same as during the reign of Charles V. Tourists are invited to stroll through spacious corridors and halls of the castle, as well as to look at dungeons that have managed to survive to the present day. They have served as the main sanctuary for townspeople since medieval times.
Toledo would certainly please those who like to relax away from the bustle of big cities, walk through the picturesque parks and visit interesting shops. The city is famous for its … Open
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Iglesia de San Miguel located next to the Alcazar fortress is notable too. Next to the beautiful Baroque church there is a large observation deck. Among the cultural venues the Santa Cruz Museum (Museo del Santa Cruz) is particularly popular. Its collection is very diverse and includes works of art, archaeological finds and a large collection of works by local artisans.
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