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Where Serenity Resides: The Monastery of Toledo

The Monastery of San Juan de los Reyes (Monasterio de San Juan de los Reyes) is a Franciscan monastery established in 1477 by Queen Isabella and King Ferdinand to commemorate their victory at the Battle of Toro. This magnificent structure, built in the Isabelline Gothic style, is particularly notable for its intricate cruciform church and the two-story cloister. The central garden and tranquil cloisters offer travelers a peaceful retreat for the soul.

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