Puerta del Cambron (Cambron Gate), Toledo

The Cambron Gate, is a magnificent gate located in the west sector of Toledo. The gate is also called the "Gate of the Jews" or the "Gate of Saint Leocadia." The gate has been speculated to have taken its name, del Cambrón, from the growth of a thorn bush or plant at the top of the ruins of one of the towers before the last reconstruction of the gate in 1576.

The Cambron Gate has a cataloging of Bien de Interés Cultural, indicating its importance in Spanish cultural heritage. The gate is of Renaissance style and is built of stone and brick. It has two pairs of towers and two arches, which add to its grandeur and magnificence.

The gate underwent two renovations, one in the early 1570s and the other in 1576. During these renovations, Hernán González, Diego de Velasco, and Juan Bautista Monegro sculpted a figure of Saint Leocadia in the gate. Saint Leocadia is the patron saint of Toledo, and her presence adds to the religious significance of the gate.

The Cambron Gate is a remarkable example of the city's defensive architecture. Despite the damage caused during the Spanish Civil War, the gate has been carefully restored and preserved. Today, it is a popular tourist attraction and a symbol of Toledo's rich history and cultural heritage. The gate stands as a testament to the city's enduring legacy and the many civilizations that have left their mark on its walls.