Kingdom of Castile - Wikipedia The Kingdom of Castile ( k æ ˈ s t iː l ; Spanish: Reino de Castilla: Latin: Regnum Castellae) was a polity in the Iberian Peninsula during the Middle Ages It traces its origins to the 9th-century County of Castile (Spanish: Condado de Castilla, Latin: Comitatus Castellae), as an eastern frontier lordship of the Kingdom of León
Castile | Spain, Map, History, Facts | Britannica Castile, traditional central region constituting more than one-quarter of the area of peninsular Spain Castile’s northern part is called Old Castile and the southern part is called New Castile The region formed the core of the Kingdom of Castile, under which Spain was united in the late 15th and early 16th centuries
The Story and Formation of the Kingdom of Castile Castilla, Spanish for Castile, “the land of castles” is first used in about 800 AD for a small area under the Cantabrian Mountains Castile expanded in the 9th century but remained a collection of counties, whose rulers were nominated by the kings of Asturias and Leon
Visit Castile and Leon, Spain: sightseeing and attractions Castile and Leon is a huge region with a truly remarkable architectural heritage Visit its many castles, monasteries, cathedrals and historic towns Castile and Leon tourist sites and places to visit
The Kingdom of Castile - Explore Spain Guide The Kingdom of Castile, forged through conquest and alliances, rose to prominence in medieval Spain From its origins as a county, Castile expanded its territory southward, consolidating power Strategic marriages and military campaigns bolstered its influence Castile played a key role in the Reconquista, reclaiming land from Muslim rule
Home - Castile and Leon Information Considered by many to be the cradle of Spanish civilization, Castile and León offer plenty of breathtaking historical and natural sites for visitors From magnificent cathedrals and extremely well preserved Roman ruins to rustic villages with cobblestone streets, the region offers visitors a taste of classical Spain