Royal Entries in Conquered Towns. Mosques, Cathedrals and the Power of Buildings (Castile-Leon, 11th-13th Centuries)

Written sources of the kingdoms Castile-Leon describing processions and royal entries in 11th-13th Centuries are not commonly found. The absence such ceremonies makes it difficult to recognize topography power through remarkable buildings as well hierarchies among their ecclesiastical secular participants. This prevented kings Castile Leon from being seen publicly visiting some iconic processional spots which provided right atmosphere for most solemn rituals a medieval monarch’s life. King Alfonso VI’s entry into Toledo 1085 set new precedent put practice by his successors during Christian conquests al-Andalus cities, took place until mid-13th Century. transformation congregational mosques conquered cities unique opportunity victorious monarchs display appropriation urban spaces. king’s central role purification subsequent control over fate representative allow these be considered spatial ritual phenomena.