Real Colegio de Doncellas Nobles, Toledo

Name: Real Colegio de Doncellas Nobles
Address: Plaza Cardenal Siliceo, s/n, Toledo, 45002, Spain
Telephone: +34 646 51 05 14

#57 among attractions in Toledo

Museum, Church, Sacred and religious sites

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Real Colegio de Doncellas Nobles, Toledo

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The Colegio de Doncellas Nobles is a former girls' school in Toledo. It was founded in 1551 by the archbishop of Toledo and cardinal Juan Martínez Silíceo. The project, which had as its patron the king Philip II as well as the archbishop, had as its object the education of young women to be good mothers. Some came from humble families and others from noble families from all over Europe. They were expected to be of "clean blood". Funding was provided for the dowries of former pupils. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 39°51'33"N, 4°1'47"W

Address

Plaza Cardenal Siliceo, s/nToledo 45002 Spain

Contact

+34 646 51 05 14

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Real Colegio de Doncellas Nobles open?

Real Colegio de Doncellas Nobles is open:

Monday 10 am - 5:45 pm
Tuesday 10 am - 5:45 pm
Wednesday 10 am - 5:45 pm
Thursday 10 am - 5:45 pm
Friday 10 am - 5:45 pm
Saturday 10 am - 5:45 pm
Sunday 10 am - 5:45 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Real Colegio de Doncellas Nobles?

Nearby attractions include Monastery of Saint Dominic of Silos, Toledo (2 min walk), Iglesia de Santa Leocadia, Toledo (2 min walk), Convento de las Carmelitas Descalzas de San José, Toledo (3 min walk), Convento de San Clemente, Toledo (3 min walk).

How to get to Real Colegio de Doncellas Nobles by public transport?

The nearest stations to Real Colegio de Doncellas Nobles:

Bus

Puerta del Cambrón • Lines: 12, 2 (4 min walk)
Reyes Católicos • Lines: 12, 2 (4 min walk)

Train

Toledo (27 min walk)