Toledo has one of the longest and richest histories in the history of Spain, accumulating titles such as ancient capital, principal diocese and the great imperial city of Emperor Charles I.

Founded in the 3rd century BC by the Celts and inhabited long before that, this city was nurtured by the contributions of Romans, Visigoths, Muslims, and Christians, all of whom have left their mark on Toledo's architecture, cuisine and traditions. Roman Toletum was an obligatory stop for trade and administration on the peninsula, and later, as a centre of Visigothic power, its position as a central and influential Christian centre was validated. Traces of both pasts are still visible in the historic centre and the fertile plain of the Tagus River.

During the Islamic period, Toledo became an important centre of craftsmanship and trade. Toledo's famous damascene work is the world's finest example of an age-old technique that attracts tourists from all over the world, whether for jewellery, blacksmithing or decoration. Then, after the Christian conquest by Castile at the end of the 11th century, Toledo remained an example of cultural and religious coexistence, especially between the three monotheistic religions (Christians, Jews and Muslims).

Toledo was also home to famous artists, such as El Greco, who spent much of his life in the city and whose works can be seen in various museums and galleries in the city. The Catedral Primada de Toledo, built between the 13th and 15th centuries, is one of the finest cathedrals in Europe and the geographical and symbolic heart of the ancient city. We invite you to discover its buildings, culinary recipes and traditions among its famous narrow streets!