La Mancha Collection

Cervantess Don Quixote in his library, 1863 French edition. Don Quixote reading books on chivalry in his library before setting out on his quest

Windmills, Campo de Criptana, Castilla la Mancha, Spain, Europe

Spain, Andalucia. Olive Trees endless field in summer

Don Quixote and Sancho Panza, c. 1864-65 (oil on canvas)
3956655 Don Quixote and Sancho Panza, c.1864-65 (oil on canvas) by Daumier, Honore (1808-79); 32.4x24.1 cm; Burrell Collection, Glasgow, Scotland; © CSG CIC Glasgow Museums Collection

Once upon a time in La Mancha
Jose Tapia

Don Quixote with a sober gentleman of La Mancha
Vintage engraving of what happened to Don Quixote with a sober gentleman of La Mancha. Illustrated by Gustave Dore

Don Quixote tilting at windmills (colour litho)
7185265 Don Quixote tilting at windmills (colour litho) by American School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Don Quixote tilting at windmills)

Advertisement for "Nouveau Cirque"featuring "Don Quichotte, Bouffonnerie equestre", pub
1449146 Advertisement for " Nouveau Cirque" featuring " Don Quichotte, Bouffonnerie equestre", pub. 1892 (colour litho) by Lefevre

Sancho arriving on the island of Barataria, 1772 (silk and wool)
1766128 Sancho arriving on the island of Barataria, 1772 (silk and wool) by Coypel, Charles Antoine (1694-1752) (after); 368.3x414 cm; J

Don Quixote running his lance into the sail (colour litho)
979024 Don Quixote running his lance into the sail (colour litho) by Hardy, Paul (1862-1942); Private Collection; (add.info.: Don Quixote running his lance into the sail)

Don Quixote is cured of his folly by wisdom, 1773 (silk and wool)
1766126 Don Quixote is cured of his folly by wisdom, 1773 (silk and wool) by Coypel, Charles Antoine (1694-1752) (after); 370.8x386.1 cm; J

Innkeeper of La Mancha (engraving)
966918 Innkeeper of La Mancha (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Innkeeper of La Mancha)

A Town of La Mancha (colour litho)
6023760 A Town of La Mancha (colour litho) by Rimington, Alexander Wallace (c.1854-1918); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Town of La Mancha)

Sanchos cowardice at the hunt, 1772 (silk and wool)
1766129 Sanchos cowardice at the hunt, 1772 (silk and wool) by Coypel, Charles Antoine (1694-1752) (after); 368x406 cm; J

Sanchos meal on the island of Barataria, 1770-72 (silk and wool)
1766127 Sanchos meal on the island of Barataria, 1770-72 (silk and wool) by Coypel, Charles Antoine (1694-1752) (after); 370.8x507.5 cm; J

EyeUbiquitous_20099405
Food, Dairy Product, Cheeses, Slice of Spanish Manchego cheese made from pasteurised Manchega sheeps milk from the La Mancha region of Spain against a white background

EyeUbiquitous_20099406
Food, Dairy Product, Cheeses, Slice of Spanish Manchego cheese made from pasteurised Manchega sheeps milk from the La Mancha region of Spain on a round white plate against a white background

EyeUbiquitous_20099407
Food, Dairy Product, Cheeses, Slice of Spanish Manchego cheese made from pasteurised Manchega sheeps milk from the La Mancha region of Spain on a round white plate against a white background

EyeUbiquitous_20099404
Food, Dairy Product, Cheeses, Slice of Spanish Manchego cheese made from pasteurised Manchega sheeps milk from the La Mancha region of Spain against a white background

Stage performance wedding Gamache EntrA e de L amour
Stage performance at the wedding of Gamache Entree de L amour and de Richesse aux Noces de Gamache (title on object), A figure dressed as Amor

Windmills At Campo De Criptana

Toledo, Castille - La Mancha, Spain. View of the ancient city at sunset, from a vantage panoramic vista point

La Mancha / Windmills, Consuegra, Castilla-la Mancha, Spain

Toledo, Castilla La Mancha, Spain

Don Quixote and the Duchess
Illustration from Don Quixote, by Miguel de Cervantes, illustrated by Gustave Dore. Don Quixote and the Duchess

Spain, Castile-La Mancha Region, Toledo Province, La Mancha Area, Consuegra, antique La Mancha windmills, late afternoon

Spain, Castile-La Mancha Region, Ciudad Real Province, La Mancha Area, Campo de Criptana, antique La Mancha windmills

Toledo, Spain
Toledo is a municipality located in central Spain, 70 km south of Madrid. It is the capital of the province of Toledo and the autonomous community of Castile La Mancha

Historic Walled Town Of Cuenca
The Historic walled town of Cuenca (UNESCO World Heritage City) from the Socorro Hill, Autonomous Community of Castile-La Mancha, Spain, April 2008. (Photo by: JMN/Getty Images)

Historic Walled Town Of Cuenca
The Historic walled town of Cuenca (UNESCO World Heritage City) from the Socorro Hill, Autonomous Community of Castile-La Mancha, Spain, April 2008. (Photo by: JMN/Getty Images)

Historic Walled Town Of Cuenca
The Historic walled town of Cuenca (UNESCO World Heritage City) from the Socorro Hill, Autonomous Community of Castile-La Mancha, Spain, April 2008. (Photo by: JMN/Getty Images)

Cuenca, Carmelite Convent
Carmelite Convent (today Antonio Perez Foundation), Historic town of Cuenca (UNESCO World Heritage City), Autonomous Community of Castile-La Mancha, Spain, April 2008. (Photo by: JMN/Getty Images)

Cuenca, Gothic Cathedral
Plateresque chapterhouse of the Gothic Cathedral, Historic town of Cuenca (UNESCO World Heritage City), Autonomous Community of Castile-La Mancha, Spain, April 2008. (Photo by: JMN/Getty Images)

Cuenca, Gothic Cathedral
Plateresque chapterhouse of the Gothic Cathedral, Historic town of Cuenca (UNESCO World Heritage City), Autonomous Community of Castile-La Mancha, Spain, April 2008. (Photo by: JMN/Getty Images)

Toledo Walled Historic City
The walled historic city from the Bisagra Gate, Toledo (UNESCO World Heritage City), Autonomous Community of Castile-La Mancha, Spain, June 2008. (Photo by: JMN/Getty Images)

Toledo, Arrabal Quarter
The Arrabal quarter from the walls, Toledo (UNESCO World Heritage City), Autonomous Community of Castile-La Mancha, Spain, June 2008. (Photo by: JMN/Getty Images)

Spain, Castilla-La Mancha, Toledo. El Transito synagogue. Ornate carved wall with Hebrew & Kufic inscriptions with heraldic shield

Spain, Castilla-La Mancha, Toledo. Detail of tile wall

EU, Spain, Consuegro, La Mancha. Windmills and castle in the distance

Consuegra, La Mancha, Spain, windmills and castle

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"Once upon a time in La Mancha, the land that inspired Cervantes' Don Quixote, a timeless tale unfolded. In his humble library, Cervantes penned the adventures of the valiant knight and his loyal squire Sancho Panza. As their journey began, they encountered windmills on the Campo de Criptana, casting long shadows against the vast plains of Castilla la Mancha. In this enchanting region of Spain, Europe's olive trees painted an endless field in vibrant shades of green during summer. The picturesque city of Toledo stood proudly atop its hill at sunset, offering breathtaking views to those who beheld it from afar. Don Quixote himself embodied the spirit as he tilted at windmills with unwavering determination. His noble quest was immortalized in colorful lithographs and even graced advertisements for Nouveau Cirque performances featuring "Don Quichotte". Sancho Panza too left his mark on La Mancha's history when he arrived on the island of Barataria dressed in silk and wool garments. Together with Don Quixote, they brought laughter and adventure wherever they went. Beyond their legendary exploits, La Mancha boasted other treasures like Jadraque castle nestled within Guadalajara province. This ancient fortress stood as a testament to centuries past and whispered tales yet untold. La Mancha is not merely a place but an embodiment of courage, imagination, and dreams that continue to inspire generations worldwide.