Torrijos, municipality of Spain
Torrijos is a small municipality in Toledo Province, Spain, with buildings made of stone and brick typically covered with red roof tiles. The town features a parish church of light-colored stone with a bell tower visible from afar, plus a Franciscan convent and a Renaissance hospital with a distinctive chapel.
The town was captured by a Christian army in 1085 while advancing toward Toledo, then granted to the Toledo archbishopric in 1214. It retained church control for centuries until it was purchased from the church in 1482 and attached to a nearby estate.
The town's name has Arab origins, reflecting its Moorish past. Residents gather regularly in the main square, where markets and festivals shape community life and keep local traditions alive.
The best way to explore the town is on foot through narrow streets, where you can move slowly and observe the architecture and local life. The railway station connects Torrijos with nearby towns if you prefer public transport.
Felix Almagro, a celebrated bullfighter from the early 20th century, came from Torrijos and locals still share stories of his courage and skill passed down through generations. The town also once held a sizable Jewish community until the pogroms of 1391, a chapter of its history that lives on in residents' memories.
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