The Golden Age of Spain

The Golden Age of Spain, spanning the late 15th to early 17th centuries, was a remarkable period marked by significant cultural, artistic, and political achievements. Following the unification of Spain under Ferdinand and Isabella, the nation became a global power due to exploration and colonization. This era produced renowned artists like El Greco and Velázquez, and writers such as Miguel de Cervantes, whose work "Don Quixote" is a literary classic. However, it also saw the decline of Spanish dominance due to military overreach and economic challenges, culminating in the eventual weakening of Spain’s empire by the late 17th century.