Segovia is a remarkable city located just north of Madrid in the autonomous community of Castile and León. Over the centuries it has been inhabited by Celtiberians and Visothos. When the Romans inhabited the city, they brought over their architecture, inventions, and culture. An example of this is the Aqueduct that stretches 11 miles through the city. In the 6^th century, the Romans lost the city to the Moors. In 1088 the city was reconquered by King Alfonso VI making it Christian once again. During this time Segovia was one of the most important cities in the Kingdom of Castille. Between the 12^th and 15^th centuries, several Kings of Castile called Segovia their home. In 1474 Queen Isabella was crowned in the Church of San Miguel which is located within the city. There was major industry growth in the city in the 16^th century and this is when they became known for the fabrication of cloth. In 1941 Spanish law registered Segovia as a “Historic Site” and in 1985 the UNESCO declared it a World Heritage Site.

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“Segovia (Spain).” Organization of World Heritage Cities, November 17, 2022. https://www.ovpm.org/city/segovia-spain/#:~:text=Historical%20reference,of%20Castile%20resided%20in%20Segovia.