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Orihuela is a historic city located in the province of Alicante, in the Valencian Community of Spain. Its history dates back over two thousand years, and it has witnessed numerous civilizations and cultures that have left their mark on the city.

Ancient Times: The area that is now Orihuela was inhabited by various ancient cultures, including the Iberians and Romans. The Romans founded a town called "Orihuela" during the 1st century BC. It was strategically located near the Segura River and was an important center for agriculture and trade.

Visigothic and Moorish Rule: After the fall of the Western Roman Empire in the 5th century AD, the Visigoths took control of the region. In 713 AD, the Moors, led by Abd al-Aziz ibn Musa, captured Orihuela and established it as a significant Moorish stronghold.

Christian Reconquista: The city was reconquered by Christian forces under the command of King Alfonso X of Castile in 1242 during the Reconquista, a long process of reclaiming the Iberian Peninsula from Islamic rule. Orihuela became part of the Kingdom of Valencia within the Crown of Aragon.