kingdom of aragon
The Kingdom of Aragon was a medieval and early modern state located in northeastern Spain. It was ruled by the Aragonese royal dynasty from the 11th century until its merger with the Kingdom of Castile in 1479. Aragon played a significant role in the Reconquista, the period of Christian reconquest of the Iberian Peninsula from Muslim rule, and expanded its territory through various conquests. It was known for its influential institutions, including the Cortes (parliament), and its maritime power as a trading nation.
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