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'''Castile''' ({{lang-es|Castilla}}) is a historical region of [[Spain]], which played a crucial role in the formation of the modern Spanish state. It was originally a county in the [[Kingdom of Asturias]] and later became a kingdom in its own right. Castile is known for its significant contributions to the [[Reconquista]], the [[Spanish language]], and the unification of Spain. | '''Castile''' ({{lang-es|Castilla}}) is a historical region of [[Spain]], which played a crucial role in the formation of the modern Spanish state. It was originally a county in the [[Kingdom of Asturias]] and later became a kingdom in its own right. Castile is known for its significant contributions to the [[Reconquista]], the [[Spanish language]], and the unification of Spain. | ||
==History== | ==History== | ||
===Early History=== | ===Early History=== | ||
The origins of Castile can be traced back to the 9th century when it was a frontier county of the [[Kingdom of Asturias]]. The name "Castile" derives from the Latin word ''castella'', meaning "land of castles," due to the numerous castles built in the region to defend against [[Moorish]] invasions. | The origins of Castile can be traced back to the 9th century when it was a frontier county of the [[Kingdom of Asturias]]. The name "Castile" derives from the Latin word ''castella'', meaning "land of castles," due to the numerous castles built in the region to defend against [[Moorish]] invasions. | ||
===Kingdom of Castile=== | ===Kingdom of Castile=== | ||
In the 10th century, Castile gained independence from the Kingdom of Asturias and became a separate entity. It was later united with the [[Kingdom of León]] in 1037 under King [[Ferdinand I of León and Castile|Ferdinand I]]. The union of Castile and León marked the beginning of Castile's rise to prominence in the Iberian Peninsula. | In the 10th century, Castile gained independence from the Kingdom of Asturias and became a separate entity. It was later united with the [[Kingdom of León]] in 1037 under King [[Ferdinand I of León and Castile|Ferdinand I]]. The union of Castile and León marked the beginning of Castile's rise to prominence in the Iberian Peninsula. | ||
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===Unification of Spain=== | ===Unification of Spain=== | ||
The marriage of [[Isabella I of Castile]] and [[Ferdinand II of Aragon]] in 1469 led to the unification of Castile and [[Aragon]], laying the foundation for the modern Spanish state. Their reign saw the completion of the Reconquista with the conquest of [[Granada]] in 1492 and the beginning of the [[Spanish Empire]]. | The marriage of [[Isabella I of Castile]] and [[Ferdinand II of Aragon]] in 1469 led to the unification of Castile and [[Aragon]], laying the foundation for the modern Spanish state. Their reign saw the completion of the Reconquista with the conquest of [[Granada]] in 1492 and the beginning of the [[Spanish Empire]]. | ||
===Modern Era=== | ===Modern Era=== | ||
In 1833, the territorial division of Spain reorganized the country into provinces, effectively dissolving the historical region of Castile. However, the legacy of Castile remains influential in Spanish culture, language, and history. | In 1833, the territorial division of Spain reorganized the country into provinces, effectively dissolving the historical region of Castile. However, the legacy of Castile remains influential in Spanish culture, language, and history. | ||
==Geography== | ==Geography== | ||
Castile is traditionally divided into two regions: [[Old Castile]] (''Castilla la Vieja'') and [[New Castile]] (''Castilla la Nueva''). Old Castile includes the provinces of [[Burgos]], [[Palencia]], [[Valladolid]], and others, while New Castile comprises the provinces of [[Madrid]], [[Toledo]], [[Cuenca]], and others. | Castile is traditionally divided into two regions: [[Old Castile]] (''Castilla la Vieja'') and [[New Castile]] (''Castilla la Nueva''). Old Castile includes the provinces of [[Burgos]], [[Palencia]], [[Valladolid]], and others, while New Castile comprises the provinces of [[Madrid]], [[Toledo]], [[Cuenca]], and others. | ||
==Culture== | ==Culture== | ||
Castile is considered the heartland of the [[Spanish language]], also known as [[Castilian]]. The region has a rich cultural heritage, including notable contributions to [[Spanish literature]], [[architecture]], and [[gastronomy]]. | Castile is considered the heartland of the [[Spanish language]], also known as [[Castilian]]. The region has a rich cultural heritage, including notable contributions to [[Spanish literature]], [[architecture]], and [[gastronomy]]. | ||
==Related Pages== | ==Related Pages== | ||
* [[Kingdom of Asturias]] | * [[Kingdom of Asturias]] | ||
Latest revision as of 23:25, 11 July 2024
Castile (Spanish: Castilla ) is a historical region of Spain, which played a crucial role in the formation of the modern Spanish state. It was originally a county in the Kingdom of Asturias and later became a kingdom in its own right. Castile is known for its significant contributions to the Reconquista, the Spanish language, and the unification of Spain.
History[edit]
Early History[edit]
The origins of Castile can be traced back to the 9th century when it was a frontier county of the Kingdom of Asturias. The name "Castile" derives from the Latin word castella, meaning "land of castles," due to the numerous castles built in the region to defend against Moorish invasions.
Kingdom of Castile[edit]
In the 10th century, Castile gained independence from the Kingdom of Asturias and became a separate entity. It was later united with the Kingdom of León in 1037 under King Ferdinand I. The union of Castile and León marked the beginning of Castile's rise to prominence in the Iberian Peninsula.
Reconquista[edit]
Castile played a pivotal role in the Reconquista, the centuries-long campaign to reclaim the Iberian Peninsula from Muslim rule. Notable figures such as El Cid became legendary heroes during this period. The capture of Toledo in 1085 was a significant milestone in the Reconquista.
Unification of Spain[edit]
The marriage of Isabella I of Castile and Ferdinand II of Aragon in 1469 led to the unification of Castile and Aragon, laying the foundation for the modern Spanish state. Their reign saw the completion of the Reconquista with the conquest of Granada in 1492 and the beginning of the Spanish Empire.
Modern Era[edit]
In 1833, the territorial division of Spain reorganized the country into provinces, effectively dissolving the historical region of Castile. However, the legacy of Castile remains influential in Spanish culture, language, and history.
Geography[edit]
Castile is traditionally divided into two regions: Old Castile (Castilla la Vieja) and New Castile (Castilla la Nueva). Old Castile includes the provinces of Burgos, Palencia, Valladolid, and others, while New Castile comprises the provinces of Madrid, Toledo, Cuenca, and others.
Culture[edit]
Castile is considered the heartland of the Spanish language, also known as Castilian. The region has a rich cultural heritage, including notable contributions to Spanish literature, architecture, and gastronomy.
Related Pages[edit]
- Kingdom of Asturias
- Kingdom of León
- Reconquista
- Isabella I of Castile
- Ferdinand II of Aragon
- Spanish Empire
- Old Castile
- New Castile
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