# History of Spain

A vivid journey through the people, kingdoms, cities, myths, wars, and forgotten civilisations that shaped Spain — written in English for curious readers around the world.

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## [What Was Al-Andalus? A Simple Introduction](https://historyofspain.substack.com/p/what-was-al-andalus-a-simple-introduction)

_2026-08-03 · Miguel Balsa Campos_

Many people use the name Al-Andalus to refer to Muslim Spain, which makes sense but is not really accurate.

## [Spain Just Won the World Cup. Basque Whalers Help Explain Why](https://historyofspain.substack.com/p/spain-just-won-the-world-cup-basque)

_2026-07-27 · Miguel Balsa Campos_

Spain has just won the World Cup, the world’s biggest sporting event, after a tense final against Argentina in which Spain’s composure stood above everything else.

## [Visit Medieval Spain in 5 Cities](https://historyofspain.substack.com/p/5-medieval-places-that-explain-spains)

_2026-07-18 · Miguel Balsa Campos_

Castles, Old Towns, Reconquista, Al-Andalus… Where to see it all?

## [Where Did Medieval Spain Actually Begin? (And How It Ended)](https://historyofspain.substack.com/p/what-is-medieval-spain-intro)

_2026-07-07 · Miguel Balsa Campos_

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## [One Year of History of Spain — Little Gift Inside 🎁](https://historyofspain.substack.com/p/one-year-of-history-of-spain-little)

_2026-07-01 · Miguel Balsa Campos_

A small thank-you gift…

## [Visigoth Architecture in Spain: Key Features & Surviving Examples](https://historyofspain.substack.com/p/visigoth-architecture-in-spain-key)

_2026-06-30 · Miguel Balsa Campos_

Visigoth Architecture in Spain

## [The Iberian People Who Controlled the Ebro Before Rome](https://historyofspain.substack.com/p/the-iberian-people-who-controlled)

_2026-06-24 · Miguel Balsa Campos_

Ancient Spain Episode 9

## [What Foods to Try in Spain During Your Holidays](https://historyofspain.substack.com/p/what-foods-to-try-in-spain-during)

_2026-06-17 · Miguel Balsa Campos_

A recording from yesterday's live video

[Listen](https://api.substack.com/feed/podcast/202305525/5b0bb19e9048b2555afde3aec946a421.mp3)

## [Valencia Before Valencia — Ancient Spain Ep.8](https://historyofspain.substack.com/p/valencia-before-valencia-ancient)

_2026-06-11 · Miguel Balsa Campos_

The Iberian World of pre-Roman Valencia

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## [Get my Free Ancient Spain Guide — Downloadable](https://historyofspain.substack.com/p/get-my-free-ancient-spain-guide-downloadable)

_2026-06-04 · Miguel Balsa Campos_

Many people know Spain for its tapas, beautiful beaches, sunny weather and medieval old towns.