Castilla-La Mancha

Castilla-La Mancha is an autonomous community of Spain. Located in the central part of the country, it is bordered by the autonomous communities of Madrid, Aragon, Valencia, Murcia, Andalusia, Extremadura, and Castile and León. The capital city is Toledo, known for its rich history and cultural heritage.

History

The history of Castilla-La Mancha dates back to the Roman Empire, when the region was part of the Roman province of Hispania. After the fall of the Roman Empire, the region was conquered by the Visigoths and later by the Moors. In the 11th century, it was reconquered by the Christian Kingdoms during the Reconquista.

Geography

Castilla-La Mancha is characterized by its vast plains, mountain ranges, and rivers. The region is crossed by the Tagus River, the longest river on the Iberian Peninsula. The Guadiana River and the Júcar River also flow through the region.

Economy

The economy of Castilla-La Mancha is diverse, with agriculture, industry, and services sectors all playing significant roles. The region is known for its production of wine, olive oil, and Manchego cheese, a type of cheese made from the milk of the Manchega sheep breed.

Culture

The culture of Castilla-La Mancha is rich and diverse, with influences from the various peoples who have inhabited the region throughout history. The region is known for its traditional music, dance, and festivals, such as the Corpus Christi in Toledo.

Cuisine

The cuisine of Castilla-La Mancha is based on the products of the region, including wine, olive oil, and Manchego cheese. Traditional dishes include gazpacho manchego, a variant of the cold soup gazpacho, and migas, a dish made with bread crumbs and various other ingredients.

See also

• List of Spanish autonomous communities by area
• List of Spanish autonomous communities by population