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Cathedral of Toledo

Arco de Palacio 2 | Plaza del Ayuntamiento, s/n, Toledo, Spain
925-222241
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Ranked #1 of 52 attractions in Toledo
Type: Architectural Buildings, Religious Sites
Description: One of the most imposing cathedrals in Spain, and a superb example of Gothic architecture.
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Brisbane, Australia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2013 NEW

Its the most incredible cathedral I have ever seen. It was just mind blowing. It just incredible how 3 religions got along it those days and how their ideas and expertise were all combined to create this magnificent spectacle thousands of years ago in this amazing fortified fortress of Toledo which was the old capital of Spain. It amazing how... More

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Pleasanton, California
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2013 NEW

When my bride of 37 years says, it is the best, then who am I to argue?! Would have been great to lie flat on a motorized bed to see the gorgeous work on and around the ceiling. Besides the art work, it is an architectural, engineering marvel given that it is nearly a thousand years old! The audio guide... More

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Dbayeh, Lebanon
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2013 NEW

Major attraction in Castilla la Mancha with infinite number of hand-made miracles. Time will pass by without feeling it while wandering from one chapel to the other, with your eyes hanged up to the domed arches and ceiling. Believe me you'll get out with a neck pain :)

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Honolulu, Hawaii
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2013 via mobile

Besides being in this most amazingly well preserved beautiful town, one most get lost and make ones way to the absolutely ornate and stunning cathedral. With its vaulted ceilings , spectacular hihj altar and dedication to God is quite phenomenal. Get te audio guide its so worth it!!!

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Moscow, Russia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2013

Besides it's one of the masterpieces of the world, it contains a nice collection of ElGreco paintings.

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Bulverde, Texas
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2013

This cathedral goes beyond being a church.....it begins to feel like a city contained within a structure. The carvings are enormous and very lovely. You must look up as most of the beauty is there. This place is over the top in massiveness and ornate decor.

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Somerset
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2013

We picked up our audio guide from the shop opposite and spent about an hour on the tour. The cathedral is quite lovely and surprisingly spacious on the inside. It was very 'busy' with lost of different things to look at including a lovely cupola and intricate wood carvings.

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Metairie, Louisiana
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2013

Make sure you allow an hour or two and get the audio. The size and features are amazing. Be sure to see the carvings in the Choir. Get tickets across the street from entrance first.

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Rutherford, California
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 May 2013

We've visited a lot of churches but this was beyond the usual ancient church with gold and stained glass windows.

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Washington DC, District of Columbia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2013

The Cathedral of Toledo is one of the largest in Europe. It is gothic in the French style. Its columns and vaults soar. The high altar is quite unique and dedicated to Mary, the mother is Christ. It has four organs, a glorious choir, beautiful cloister and many side chapels. The sculpture throughout is excellent. We used the audio (comes... More

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