From a distance I am taken back in time as I glimpse the hilltop city of Toledo a former capital of the Spanish Empire. The city's huge castle dominates the skyline.
Approaching Toledo, I have a close up panorama view that is stunning.
My Canon Rebel XS and Samsung SL605 are busy capturing the moment.
I circle the city before crossing a bridge. Climbing a two lane perimeter road I am soon bouncing along narrow cobble stone streets in search of parking.
With secured indoor parking, I begin a map less walk around the maze of narrow streets.
The Cathedral with it's towering dominance is not too difficult to find. Just keep looking skyward.
Unfortunately, no pictures are allowed inside.
Nonetheless, the exterior is just as impressive. Although aging, the work of delicate craftsman can still be seen.
Toledo Cathedral
I am not sure why but besides the normal shops and restaurant, Toledo has to me an unusual amount of shops that sells knives. Maybe it is a city that is still on the cutting edge of things.
At Cafe del Fin, I enjoy the daily lunch special.
For about E$10.00 with free Wi-Fi I have grilled steak, fries, a salad and a couple of cold ones.
Back to walking again I find myself lost, I think.
“Dad we have been this way before” I hear a son tell his father who is rotating a map back and forth in his hand.
I find this amusing. I keep pretending as if I know where I am going.
Enjoying the scenery.
I just hope they do not ask me for directions.
Up one steep street and down another beautiful flowers hang from balcony windows.
Truly in a maze it is hard to have a sense of direction.
Another 10 minutes of not being lost and I come across the same family again. This time the wife has a level of confidence about their situation.
“This is the restaurant I think we ate lunch at”. At least she did not say “There's the same guy we saw 10 minutes ago, let's ask him”. Whew!
Ultimately, I find my car after doubling back a few times. I hope that family eventually made it out of Toledo.
Joining A-40 I am on my way to Madrid taking good memories of an afternoon spent in Toledo with me.
City Of Toledo, Spain
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