Catherine of Braganza
| Catherine of Braganza | |
|---|---|
| Title | |
| Reign | 1662–1685 |
| Coronation | |
| Predecessor | |
| Successor | |
| Spouse | Charles II of England |
| Issue | No surviving children |
| Full Name | |
| House | House of Braganza |
| Father | John IV of Portugal |
| Mother | Luisa de Guzmán |
| Birth Date | 25 November 1638 |
| Birth Place | Vila Viçosa, Portugal |
| Death Date | 31 December 1705 (aged 67) |
| Death Place | Lisbon, Portugal |
| Burial Date | |
| Burial Place | |
Catherine of Braganza (25 November 1638 – 31 December 1705) was a Portuguese princess who became the queen consort of England, Scotland, and Ireland through her marriage to Charles II of England. She played a significant role in the politics of the time and is remembered for her contributions to the cultural and culinary landscape of England.
Early Life[edit | edit source]
Catherine was born on 25 November 1638 in Vila Viçosa, Portugal, to John IV of Portugal and Luisa de Guzmán. She was a member of the prominent House of Braganza.
Marriage to Charles II[edit | edit source]
In 1662, Catherine married Charles II of England as part of a strategic alliance between Portugal and England. Despite facing challenges in her marriage, including Charles's infidelities, Catherine remained devoted to her role as queen consort.
Legacy[edit | edit source]
Catherine of Braganza is credited with popularizing the custom of drinking tea in England, a practice she brought with her from Portugal. She also had a significant influence on English gardens and introduced new culinary delights to the English court.
Later Life and Death[edit | edit source]
After the death of Charles II in 1685, Catherine lived the remainder of her life in Portugal. She passed away on 31 December 1705 in Lisbon at the age of 67.
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