Siege

Siege of Valencia

Aug 1101 – 12 May 1102 · 39.47° N, 0.38° W

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When
Aug 1101 – 12 May 1102
Kind
Siege
Coordinates
39.47° N, 0.38° W
Description
1101–1102 siege

Siege of Valencia (1101–1102)

1101–1102 siege of Valencia in the Reconquista

The siege of Valencia was fought between the Almoravids and the Lordship of Valencia. Valencia was defended by El Cid's widow, Jimena Díaz. After months of siege, the Almoravids occupied the city.

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