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Real Colegio Doncellas Nobles, Toledo

Real Colegio Doncellas Nobles

by Meticulous Meanderings, posted in Europe, Spain, Toledo

The Royal College of Doncellas Nobles was founded in 1551 by Cardinal Juan Martínez Silíceo, the Archbishop of Toledo. Its purpose was to provide education and shelter to the daughters of the Spanish nobility who had fallen on hard times or were orphaned. The college was established with the intention of offering these young noblewomen … Continue reading Real Colegio Doncellas Nobles

Mezquita del Cristo de la Luz, Toledo

Mezquita del Cristo de la Luz

by Meticulous Meanderings, posted in Europe, Spain, Toledo

The Mezquita del Cristo de la Luz is a historic mosque located in Toledo, Spain. It is a fascinating architectural gem that showcases the rich cultural and religious history of the region. The mosque dates back to the 10th century when the Iberian Peninsula was under Muslim rule. Toledo was a major center of Islamic … Continue reading Mezquita del Cristo de la Luz