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The large archway in the middle of the building is the Arco de la Sangre (Arch of Blood).

The Bisagra Gate is one of Toledo's most iconic monuments and a monumental entrance to its historic center. Muslim Origin: The original gate, known as the Old Bisagra Gate or Bab al-Saqra ("Sacred Gate"), was built in the 9th century during Islamic rule. Renaissance Reconstruction: In the 16th century, under the reigns of Charles V and Philip II, the New Bisagra Gate was built, the gate that remains today. Construction began around 1540 and was completed in 1576. Notable Architects: Alonso de Covarrubias, Nicolás de Vergara the Elder, Juan de Benavides, Eugenio Sánchez, among others, participated.

Toledo Cathedral, also known as the Primate Cathedral of Spain, is one of the masterpieces of Gothic art in Europe and a symbol of the city. Its construction began in 1226 during the reign of Ferdinand III and lasted for more than two centuries. It is dedicated to Saint Mary and stands on the site of an old mosque, which in turn was built on the site of a Visigothic church.

The Alcántara Bridge is one of Toledo's most iconic monuments, with a history dating back to Roman times and an architecture that has evolved over the centuries. Originally built by the Romans in the 3rd century AD, as part of the network of roads that connected the Empire. Its name comes from the Arabic "al-qanṭarah," meaning "the bridge," given by the Muslims after its reconstruction in the 10th century.

From this privileged vantage point, you can see: The Alcázar of Toledo. The Primate Cathedral. The Alcántara Bridge and the San Martín Bridge. The Monastery of San Juan de los Reyes. The medieval walls and the urban layout of the old town.

The Mirador del Valle is one of Toledo's most iconic and spectacular locations, ideal for enjoying a complete panoramic view of the imperial city. It is located on the Circunvalación Highway, south of Toledo's historic center, just across the Tagus River. From there, you get a frontal view of the city, with the river winding at your feet and the most important monuments framed by the landscape.

Its current name comes from the fact that the image of Christ of the Blood is hidden above this horseshoe arch, in a small, usually closed chapel visible from Plaza de Zocodover. The image comes from an old brotherhood founded during the reign of Sancho III, but the chapel wasn't created until the reign of Henry IV. This unusual location follows the Arab custom of placing an oratory above some gates and arches to ensure safe travel for anyone leaving the city and crossing the gate.