Walking around the walls of Toledo

Toledo is entirely encircled by massive medieval and Roman walls, just like the old city of Jerusalem. It is a citadel of considerable size. It sits on a steep hill with a river bend sweeping around it much lower in the valley. The fortress would have been impregnable. The gates and towers can be climbed and the views are spectacular.

I went for a walk right around the city. It took about one and a half hours to get right around but it was worth it for the amazing views of this magnificent city.Read more