Vimarano
Asturian prince
About Vimarano
Vimarano was a Spanish.
Vimarano (; –765), was an infante of the Kingdom of Asturias. He was killed by his older brother, King Fruela I.
Biography Vimarano was the second son of King Alfonso I and his wife Ermesinda. It is said that he was a very handsome man, a great gentleman, and loved by all.
In 765, King Fruela killed his own brother because Vimarano was earning the sympathy of many and was capable of disputing the throne. The writers of the Estoria de España claim that Vimarano was killed by his brother's own hands. After the death of Vimarano, Fruela raised Vimarano's son Vermudo as his own son. Fruela was killed by his relatives in 768 out of vengeance for the murder of Vimarano.
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Important facts
Frequently asked questions
Who was Vimarano?
Asturian prince
When was Vimarano born?
Vimarano was born in Asturias.
When did Vimarano die?
Vimarano died in Cangues d'Onís.
What nationality was Vimarano?
Vimarano was Spanish.
Sources & further reading
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Vimarano. https://biography.guide/vimarano/
MLA: "Vimarano." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/vimarano/.
Chicago: "Vimarano." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/vimarano/.
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