Geldo, originally an Arabic denomination, has passed through the hands of various lordships. Ever since the Reconquista, when, in 1248, King James I ceded to Don García Pérez de Osa "The tower (mosque) of Geldo and the twelve acres of land around it, with the obligation that he and his men settle the place", it has passed from hand to hand. Thus, by the mid-15th century it was part of the holdings of the Valterra family, while years later it belonged to Tomás Sorell, who had purchased it from the Valterras. In 1554* it is leased to the Bishop of Segorbe, Bartolomé Martí, the rent being used towards the La Esperanza monastery. It then came into the hands of the Dukes of Segorbe-Medicanelli, in the late 18th century, finally being owned by Pedro Franqueza de Vilanova, to whom it would belong until the end of the feudal system.

Economy

Geldo's main economic activity is agriculture, while the industrial sector is represented by factories where shoes and clothing are manufactured. The service sector also has an important role to play.
What to see
Entering Geldo through Avenida Castellón, continue on to the Church. Then you can visit the Palace of the Dukes of Medinacelli, before taking Calle La Fuente down to the Fuente del Cristo fountain, a lovely natural spot. Follow the course of the river until you reach the sports centre, which lies next to the San Gil fountain and recreational area.

Landscape

Geldo has a temperate climate for most of the year. It is situated 300 m above sea level, in a valley with gentle slopes and low relief. The river Palancia runs through the municipal district.