Maria of Castile (disambiguation) facts for kids
Maria of Castile is a name shared by several important women from the history of the Kingdom of Castile. These women lived at different times and had different roles, often as princesses or queens. They played a part in the royal families of Castile and sometimes other kingdoms through marriage.
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Famous Women Named Maria of Castile
Queen María de Molina (1265–1321)
María de Molina was a very important queen of Castile. She was the wife of King Sancho IV of Castile. After her husband died, she became regent for her young son, King Ferdinand IV of Castile. This meant she ruled the kingdom until her son was old enough. She was known for being a strong and wise leader during a difficult time.
Maria of Portugal (1313–1357)
This Maria was a princess from Portugal who became Queen of Castile. She married King Alfonso XI of Castile. Their marriage was important for the relationship between the kingdoms of Portugal and Castile.
Maria of Aragon (1313–1357)
Another Queen of Castile named Maria was Maria of Aragon. She married King John II of Castile. She was also the mother of the famous Queen Isabella I of Castile, who later united Spain with her husband, Ferdinand II of Aragon.
Infanta Maria of Castile (1401–1458)
This Maria was a princess, or Infanta, of Castile. She was the daughter of King Henry III of Castile. She later married Alfonso V of Aragon, who was the King of Aragon. This marriage helped to create strong ties between the two kingdoms.
Infanta Maria of Castile (1482–1517)
This Infanta Maria was a daughter of the famous Queen Isabella I of Castile and King Ferdinand II of Aragon. She became the second wife of Manuel I of Portugal, who was the King of Portugal. Her marriage was important for the royal families of Spain and Portugal.
Infanta Maria of Castile (1505–1558)
This Maria was a daughter of Queen Joanna of Castile and King Philip I of Castile. She married Louis II of Hungary, becoming the Queen of Hungary and Bohemia. She also served as the governor of the Habsburg Netherlands for many years, showing her strong leadership skills.
Maria de Castilla y Ayala (died 1424)
Maria de Castilla y Ayala was an illegitimate daughter of King Peter of Castile. She chose a religious life and became a nun. She rose to become the prioress of the Monasterio de Santo Domingo el Real de Toledo. Her mother also lived and served in the same monastery.
See also
- Maria of Aragon (disambiguation)
