Two days in Toledo

Tomorrow I go back to Madrid after spending two days in Toledo. A UNESCO listed city, the town was the centre point of Spain until the royal places moved to Madrid in 15xx.

I arrived yesterday on the bus from Madrid. It takes 75mins and costs €5 one way. My hostel is located in the centre of the town, which is up a giant hill. It's a strenuous 20 minute walk. The whole time I was hoping my wheels wouldn't give way haha.

After arriving I laid down for a nap. I had a headache and was tired. I woke late in the afternoon and went on a little walk around the town to find a grocery store.

With supplies in tow I went back to the hostel. The kitchen and lounge room area is on the top of the hostel and opens out into a rooftop terrace. It has spectacular views over Toledo! And the sunset was beyond words.

For a moment I couldn't quite believe where I was. Standing on top of this old city, watching the pinks and oranges of the sun set over the rooftops below. It was lovely. It was quiet and I could see the outskirts of town very easily.

It apparently takes around 45 mins to walk across town. The little cobbled streets, ancient buildings and lack of tourists at night make it feel like your stepping back in time.

This morning I was up early - for Spanish time, thanks to a truck snorer in my room. I sat upstairs and watched the sun rise over the sky whilst having breakfast and fixing my iPad.

As I'd missed the free walking tour yesterday - they happen mon to thurs at 5pm, I went on my own tour of the town today. I walked to a main square to find a pastry shop which makes the local sweet of marzipan.

Now I'm told this is a difference recipe to the famous one. This is made of typical almond sweets. And has a lovely filling. The little dumpling and fish I had were great. Not too sweet.

I walked down along the river passing ... And up to the cathedral. I sat in the square here for a little while wishing for someone to talk to, then the heavens opened. So I stood up a roof whilst the tour groups scuttled for shelter.

After the rain has stopped I went back to the hostel for lunch, before venturing off later in the afternoon to do some more walking around. A storm looked like it was approaching, so I stopped for a gin tonic, as they call them here.

This evening I explored the Jewish district, a bridge with rope ride, some old cathedrals and in general the old medieval town without the tourists.

You get to see the locals. Who remind me of Tully. I was even lucky enough to see a wedding party exit the church and pose for photos outside the church. There was confetti and rice everywhere.

Tonight my hostel host has recommended a bar where his mate is playing a gig at. It looks fancy, up high over looking the city. So that's where I'm off to now. Enjoy!


Toledo
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