Capital at Madrid
Philip II establishes Madrid as the main seat of his government
Permanent historical records · Updated 2026-11-03
1561 in Spain
Explore 4 historical events and records for Spain in 1561.
Historical records for Spain in 1561
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Netherlands Government
Rules the Spanish Netherlands through regency and councils from Madrid
Royal Administration at Madrid
Philip strengthens Madrid as the administrative centre of the monarchy
Rule of Netherlands
Continues central oversight of the Netherlands from Spain
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