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The 5 Best History Museums in Toledo, Castile-La Mancha
Synagogues, mosques and churches stand together in Toledo's historic quarter, a testament to the medieval Spanish city's diverse history. The four towers of The Alcazar, a fortress built in 1085, dominate the skyline. Toledo and its surrounding countryside inspired El Greco, and his paintings are on display in many places around the city, including the museum that bears his name.
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1. Artesania Burgueno
2. Alcazar - Biblioteca de Castilla-La Mancha
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 754 reviews
Reviewed By Craig1961_01 - Middleton, United Kingdom
There is so much to see and appreciate in this building. Having failed to recognise how much was there in advance, we were rushing around by the end as it closes at 5pm (on a Friday). The highlights for me were the ruins of the Moorish Alcazar, expertly preserved and featured in the central open space part of the building and the Spanish civil war section which really evokes the hardship and futility of war. In between those periods of history there are a wealth of treasures and informative displays with uniforms, weapons, logistics equipment etc etc to observe. I learned so much from this visit that I am now re-inspired to read my history of Spain book that has been waiting for my attention this last year!
3. Alcazar - Museo del Ejercito
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 2,079 reviews
Reviewed By Craig1961_01 - Middleton, United Kingdom
Wish we had researched this properly, however lots to pack in during two days and my wife has a limited attention for what is primarily a military oriented museum. What an impressive place, from the visible Alcazar ruins in the building’s centre to the four floors of displays with a very detailed history of weapons, military uniforms, support items and important figures from Spain’s illustrious history. I found all of it interesting, particularly the poignant items and photos relating to the 20th C civil war and the models of the ruined building. Make sure to allow a long time, great value for €5.
