
Bourbon dynasty (Spain)
The Bourbon dynasty in Spain is a royal family line that began in the early 18th century with Philip V, a grandson of France’s King Louis XIV. The Bourbons have played a central role in Spain's monarchy, governing through various periods of stability and upheaval. Their rule has shaped Spain’s political, cultural, and social development, with some interruptions. Today, the Spanish royal family continues under the Bourbon lineage, symbolizing national unity and heritage, while adapting to modern constitutional monarchy principles. The dynasty’s influence reflects a longstanding tradition of European royal interconnectedness and political continuity.