Overview
The Iglesia de Santo Tomé is a church located in the historical center of the city of Toledo, and was founded after the reconquest of this city by King Alfonso VI of León.
Description
It appears quoted in the 12th century, as constructed on the site of an old mosque of the 11th century. Iglesia de Santo Tomé contains El Greco’s most famous masterpiece El entierro del conde de Orgaz (The Burial of the Count of Orgaz), which is accessed by a separate entrance on Plaza del Conde. When the count was buried in 1322, Sts Augustine and Stephen supposedly descended from heaven to attend the funeral. El Greco’s work depicts the event, complete with miracle guests including himself, his son and Cervantes.
Address
Toledo, Castilla-La Mancha
Spain
URL:
http://www.lonelyplanet.com/spain/castilla-la-mancha/toledo/attractions/iglesia-de-santo-tome/a/poi-sig/483172/360759
Toledo, Castilla-La Mancha
Spain
URL:
http://www.lonelyplanet.com/spain/castilla-la-mancha/toledo/attractions/iglesia-de-santo-tome/a/poi-sig/483172/360759