The cathedral was built on the former Great Mosque of Toledo, which replaced a Visigoth church. The long process of construction (from 1226 until 1493) is reflected in the variety of styles that has been addressed. Over the years, there have been a number of outstanding events, including Joan the Mad proclamation and her husband, Philip the Handsome, as heirs to the throne of Spain.Outside the cathedral is best appreciated from out of town or a highest point, located in the vicinity, and Parador Nacional de Turismo. Nearby, it is difficult to appreciate the size and majesty of the cathedral, but its beauty is more than obvious. The north tower is 90 meters high and was built between 1380 and 1440 within him is the famous bell called Campana Gorda, melted in 1753, weighing 17 tons.
The south tower was left unfinished and currently houses a Baroque dome. The facade of the cathedral dates back centuries. XV, with three gothic portals carved between 1418 and 1450 central portal, Forgiveness Gate (Puerta del Perdon) has a relief carved by Juan Aleman representing the Virgin Mary handing a robe St. Ildefonso, the patron of Toledo . The roof of the cathedral, which, in the nave reaches a height of 44.5 meters, is supported by a series of 88 columns. The cathedral is lit by a series of more than 750 stained glass windows.
If appoints you to remain your overnight here you can accommodate the following hoods:
Hotels:
- Conquista De Toledo
- Hotel Las Conchas
- Hotel Santa Isabel
- Hotel Eurico
- Hotel Carlos V
