Christ of the light
The Christ of the Light, also known as Cristo de la Luz, is a former mosque-turned-church in Toledo, Spain. A rare example of Moorish architecture from the 10th century that was converted into a Christian church after the Reconquista. It is renowned for its well-preserved blend of Islamic architecture with Christian religious function, featuring horseshoe arches and frescoes depicting Christ and the Saints.
-
The Christ of the Light Mosque: following the unexpected history of a secret corner from the medieval era Toledo [in Spain]
If you are wondering how the words “mosque” and “Christ” can fit in the name of the same building, then you must visit Toledo. The “city of three cultures” has welcomed Jewish, Muslim, and Christian coexistence for centuries. In medieval times,…
