Sancha of Castile, Queen of Navarre facts for kids

Sancha of Castile (born around 1139, died 1179) was a queen from a long time ago. She was the daughter of Alfonso VII of León and Castile, who was a king and an emperor. Her mother was Berengaria of Barcelona. Sancha was one of seven children born to her parents.

Sancha became queen when she married Sancho VI of Navarre on July 20, 1153. King Sancho VI helped his kingdom, Navarre, become an important part of the political world in Europe. When Queen Sancha died in August 1179, old records called Annales Toledanos mentioned her as "the queen of Navarre, daughter of the Emperor."

Sancha's Children

Sancha and King Sancho VI had several children together. They grew up to have important roles in history.

Their children were:

• Sancho VII: He later became King of Navarre, just like his father.
• Ferdinand
• Ramiro: He became a religious leader, the Bishop of Pamplona.
• Berengaria: She married King Richard I of England, who was a very famous king.
• Constance
• Blanche: She married Count Theobald III of Champagne. After his death, she helped rule Champagne. Later, she also helped rule Navarre.
• Theresa

Queen Sancha was buried in a special place, Pamplona Cathedral, after she passed away.

See also

In Spanish: Sancha de Castilla (1137-1179) para niños