Puerta de Toledo facts for kids
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| Native name Spanish: Puerta de Toledo |
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| Location | Madrid, Spain |
| Official name: Puerta de Toledo | |
| Type | Non-movable |
| Criteria | Monument |
| Designated | 1996 |
| Reference no. | RI-51-0009279 |
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The Puerta de Toledo (which means "Toledo Gate" in Spanish) is a famous old gate in Madrid, Spain. It's like a grand entrance that was built a long time ago. This gate was officially named a special protected landmark in 1996 because of its history and beauty.
A Look Back in Time
The Puerta de Toledo was started in 1812, but it took a while to finish. It wasn't completely built until 1827. Imagine building something so big!
This gate was once one of 19 gates that were part of the old Walls of Philip IV. These walls used to surround the city of Madrid, protecting it. The Puerta de Toledo was an important entry point into the city.
Visiting the Gate Today
The Puerta de Toledo is still standing tall in Madrid. It's a great example of old architecture. You can visit it and imagine what Madrid was like centuries ago.
If you want to see the gate, you can easily get there by metro. The Puerta de Toledo metro station is on Line 5 of the Madrid Metro.
See also
- List of post-Roman triumphal arches
- In Spanish: Puerta de Toledo (Madrid) para niños
