Located in Toledo's historic synagogue is a symbol of the prosperity of the Jewish people in the region, as well as a true masterpiece of Spanish architecture in the middle ages. The construction of the synagogue, called del Transito, refers to 1356. The building is an outstanding example of Jewish art in Spain, it is so striking richness of decoration, both internal and external, that it can be compared to Seville's Alcazar and the Alhambra in Granada. In his time in the synagogue lived many representatives of the Jewish people.

The synagogue was founded by the Treasurer of king Pedro the Cruel Samuel Abulafia, descended from the family for several generations served the Castilian dynasty of kings. In 1360 the founder of the synagogue fell into disgrace and was executed by order of the king. After the expulsion of the Jews from Spain in 1492, the synagogue was converted into the Church of the assumption, dedicated to Saint Benedict, and to the building of the bell tower was completed.

The synagogue building is faced with polychrome plaster and abounds created in Hebrew inscriptions glorifying God and king, as well as many quotations from the Psalms. The interior walls of the building are richly decorated with patterns and intricate jewelry made from cedar ceiling height of 12 meters inlaid mother of pearl details. Inside the synagogue hosted the Sephardic Museum, where visitors can become acquainted with the history of the Jewish people living in Spain, and to see the works of Jewish art, manuscripts, ritual objects.

In 1977, the synagogue del Transito was declared a National monument.