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This is truly the most magnificent cathedral I've ever seen.

Below is a guide to Toledo Cathedral: Basic Information - Address: Calle Cardenal Cisneros, 1, 45002 Toledo, Spain. - Tickets: €12, no online booking available, must be purchased on-site. - Opening Hours: Usually closes at 6pm. Transportation - Public Transportation: From Madrid, take the Alsa bus from the Madrid bus station, departing from platform 7. The journey takes approximately 1 hour. - Driving: From Madrid, head south on the A-42 highway. The drive takes approximately 1 hour. Tour Route - Cathedral Exterior: Admire the Gothic spires, exquisite sculptures, and decorations on the main gate. The bell tower to the left of the main entrance is 90 meters high and houses a 17.5-ton bell. - Main Chapel and Chapels: The main altar and the circular opening at the top of the altar are distinctive features. Five sets of colorful pine wood carvings depicting the life of Jesus cover the altar wall. - Choir Stalls: Admire the two rows of seats, the upper row in Renaissance style and the lower row in Gothic style. The carvings on the lower row depict the scene of the Catholic Monarchs of Spain defeating the Arabs and entering the city of Granada in 1492. - Treasury: The Treasury displays many gold and silver ornaments, the most famous of which is a 3-meter-high, 180 kg monstrance inlaid with silver, gold, and pearls. - Painting Gallery: The gallery houses masterpieces by masters such as El Greco, Rubens, Van Dyck, and Goya. - Bell Tower: Climb the bell tower for a panoramic view of the ancient city of Toledo, admiring the city's architecture and the meandering Tagus River. Visiting Tips - Download the official cathedral app for related commentary. - The cathedral's interior is dimly lit, so watch your step. - If you are interested in religious culture and history, learn about it in advance to better appreciate the cathedral's artistic and cultural value.
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Posted: Mar 5, 2025
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