Mezquita del Cristo de la Luz

Dear readers, when visiting Madrid you must take a day trip to Toledo…it’s honestly a fairy tale…I felt I was transported to a medieval time, and knights were going to start walking around the tiny streets. It was absolutely breathtaking…set on a hill, surrounded by the original walls, built as a fortress….with the river below. Then you happen to stumble upon this beautiful mosque, one of the oldest after Cordoba…we honestly had no clue it was there. I hadn’t done too much research before we went, I just knew from pictures I had googled that Toledo is a gem. So, this was a real treat…we went in, rented the guided tour, and are so glad we did. It gives you the history from the beginning to end when it became a church…just like Cordoba mosque, it has both Christian and Muslim history. It has a exceptional view as well…with a lovely garden that has a gentle water fountain that relaxes you, I just wanted to sit there and enjoy the breeze….a must visit when visiting Toledo…

This was an awesome location. It's not large, but it has a very unique history. We used the tourist wristband so all of the sites cost us a total of €12/person. I *think* without the band it was €3 or €4 per person, but didn't pay attention once I had purchased it. The audioguide is an extra €1 each, but it's absolutely worth it. The history of the mosque turned church and how the Muslim and Christian influences impacted the building is very interesting.

In addition to the church, the gardens and the view over the river and valley are fantastic.

This mosque is so beautiful and have wide view of toledo.
I recommend to all visitor

Small but beautiful mesquite in Toledo, Spain. Add it to your list of to-dos in Toledo. You may need less than an hour to go in and out. It's a pretty and interesting story. Tickets in most of Toledo's attractions are 4 Euros. Headphones are one Euro.

Mezquita del Cristo de la Luz is located next to one of the gates of the walled enclosure and is fully preserved. It is one of the most important monuments of Spanish-Muslim and Mudéjar architecture in Spain, and the most significant example of Islamic art in Toledo.

We could not see the interior. I have no idea what's inside. If you want to take a look inside, you need to pay 4 EUR.

This monument is part of the Pulsera Turística (Tourist Bracelet) offer, with which you can visit 7 monuments in Toledo.

The atabic traces mixed with catholic religion brings something to the place.

I recommend to buy thr wristband.

Had a lovely day out visiting Toledo and wanted to see this mosque (the other mosque was closed for renovations). A beautifully kept and maintained mosque. Fascinating seeing the simple neat interiors. How the two major religions occupied the space. The forecourt, gardens, fountains and green spaces are peaceful. Thoroughly recommend the €4 each was a fair price to visit.

Historical places since 999 in Era of Andalucia Islamic state but when the Cristian take over they changed to church , it's was called masged bab almardum in toledo but now called mezquita de Cristo de la Luz .
I recommend this this for Visit and the entry fees cost only 3 euros pre person, also the view from above is stunning.

The Mosque of Cristo de la Luz is a Catholic chapel and former mosque in Toledo, Spain. It is the one of the ten that existed in the city during the Moorish period. The edifice was then known as Mezquita Bab-al-Mardum, deriving its name from the city gate Bab al-Mardum.

It is located near the Puerta del Sol, in an area of the city once called Medina where wealthy Muslims used to live.

Built in 999 in Toledo, this building is a rarity in that it is in much the same state as it was when it was originally built.[1] The original patron was Ahmad Ibn Hadidi. The Arabic inscription in Kufic on the building states that Musa Ibn Ali built it. The inscription is written with brick in Kufic script on the south-west façade reveals these details of the mosque's foundation:

Bismila (in the name of Allah). Ahmad ibn Hadidi had this mosque erected using his own money requesting a reward in paradise for it from Allah. It was completed with the aid of Allah under the direction of Musa ibn Alí, architect and Sa'ada, and concluded in Muharram in 390 (Islamic calendar).[3]

Legend has it that a shaft of light guided the king to a figurine of the crucified Christ that had been hidden for centuries. He left his shield there with the inscription, "This is the shield which the King Alfonso VI left in this chapel when he conquered Toledo, and the first mass was held here". The legend says that King Alfonso VI arrived in Toledo after his victory of capturing the city in 1085 when his horse fell in front of this chapel. The story tells that candle has been continuously burning in the cracks of the stone wall throughout the entire rule of Muslims and when the King further explored the place he discovered a crucifix. The crucifix was moved to the Santa Cruz Museum located in the same city. It is said that the first mass after the King’s victory of Toledo was held here.

In 1186, Alfonso VIII gave the building to the Knights of the Order of St John, who established it as the Chapel of the Holy Cross (Ermita de la Santa Cruz). It was at this time that the mosque was renamed and the apse was added

This place was a real surprise to me. A whole Muslim moskee surrounded by a catholic church was beautiful to see. Even though the believes where another ones the whole structure stayed intact. This can only happen when your hart is full of love. We came here with a guide to understand more and after on our own to re- discover what we have learned. They also have a beautiful garden and a nice panoramic view, plus points to visit this Mesquite.

The Mosque of Cristo de la Luz is a former mosque in Toledo, Spain. It is the one of the ten that existed in the city during the Moorish period. The edifice was then known as Mezquita Bab-al-Mardum, deriving its name from the city gate Bab al-Mardum.

Bab al-Mardum Mosque, or Nour al-Masih Mosque, is one of Toledo's oldest landmarks. It was built in the year 390 AH, corresponding to 999 AD. After the city was occupied by Christians in 1085 AD, the mosque was transformed into a church called the Light of Christ. It is a square-shaped building (7.74 m On 4 central columns. The central dome is higher than the rest of the domes and is equipped with side windows that allow light to enter the building

Fascinating tiny little church which was originally a mezquita, with very old columns and wall paintings. One of the locations on the very good value Toledo tourist bracelet (7 monuments for 10 euro). So interesting to see buildings that have been used and repurposed by successive religions throughout the centuries.

I loved this place. While small, it's full of history. Make sure to use the QR to get free talking guide that gives you theback story.

Amazing mosque cum church with 10th century and later elements. Stunning ceiling worth the entrance fee.

A beautiful location, featuring a fantastic view of Toledo from the garden (accompanied with a sign noting important features of the city), and a deeply intriguing structure in the mezquita/apse. The audio guide was certainly worth it too. Only warning I would have is that it is a very small site, so it may be worth waiting until there is no large group visiting.

One of many spots in Toledo to check and understand how this country is a mixture texture of different cultures.

Beautiful place with a city view. Slightly more expensive entrance than expected.

What this small site lacks in land area, it makes up in audio tour. An extra 1€, the audioguide tells you about all the aspects of the area, the church, and a bunch about the history of the area as well. Easily spent 45 mins-1 HR there looking around and listening to the history of this mosque and church. Gorgeous architecture and great views as well.

It's an interesting and small place. A very good option to see a Muslim building in a short time.