The Almoravid garrison surrendered during the Siege of Coria (1142).

The Siege of Coria marked a turning point during the Reconquista in Spain. In 1142, the Almoravid garrison, stationed at the fortified town of Coria, surrendered to the Christian forces. Led by King Alfonso VII of Leon and Castile, the Christian troops besieged the town for an extended period, eventually leading to the Almoravid defeat. This significant victory not only granted the Christians control over Coria, but it also weakened the Almoravid stronghold in the region. The fall of Coria had profound implications for the ongoing struggle between the Christians and the Almoravids in Spain. It paved the way for further Christian expansion into Muslim-held territories, eventually leading to the ultimate collapse of Almoravid rule in the region. The Siege of Coria represented a pivotal moment in the Reconquista and the gradual reclaiming of Christian territories in Spain. #Spain #Reconquista #SiegeOfCoria #Almoravids #ChristianExpansion