House of Pastrana

common · noble · Guadalajara

A noble dynasty whose influence shaped the political landscape of medieval Spain. Their alliances, marriages, and military campaigns left an indelible mark on the history of the peninsula.

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The Dukes of Pastrana transformed their town into Spain's silk capital, attracting Morisco artisans expelled from Granada who brought their expertise in silk weaving.\n\nThe notorious Princess of Éboli, one-eyed and politically dangerous, was the most famous family member, imprisoned by Philip II for her involvement in court intrigues.\n\nThe Pastrana tapestries, depicting the Portuguese conquest…

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