toledo
states: [spain]
category: cultural
year: 1986
location: Province of Toledo, Autonomous Community of Castile-La Mancha
region: Europe and North America
latitude/longitude: 39.8668888900, -4.0294166670
last visited: 2018
unesco id: 379
world heritage site: 379
Toledo, a UNESCO World Heritage site in Spain, is a historic city renowned for its rich cultural and architectural legacy. It showcases a unique blend of Christian and Jewish influences, evident in landmarks like the Gothic Cathedral of Saint Mary and the Synagogue of Santa María la Blanca. Its medieval streets, winding through a fortified hilltop, preserve centuries of history, from Roman origins to its prominence during the Visigothic and Moorish periods. Toledo remains a captivating testament to Spain’s diverse past and artistic heritage.
