Hospitalet de Llobregat is a municipality located in the province of Barcelona, in the autonomous community of Catalonia in Spain. It is situated in the comarca of Baix Llobregat, on the right bank of the Llobregat River, and is the second largest city in Catalonia, after Barcelona. It is a major industrial center and has a long and rich history, which dates back to the Middle Ages.
The earliest known inhabitants of the area were the Iberians, who were followed by the Romans, who established a settlement in the area in the 1st century BC. During the Middle Ages, the area was part of the County of Barcelona, and was ruled by the Counts of Barcelona and their successors. In the 15th century, the area was incorporated into the Crown of Aragon, and was later incorporated into the Kingdom of Spain in the 16th century.
During the 18th century, the area experienced a period of rapid industrialization, with the construction of a number of factories and the development of the port of Barcelona. This period of growth and development was further enhanced by the arrival of the railway in the 19th century, which allowed for the transport of goods and people to and from the area.
In the late 19th century, the area was annexed by Barcelona, and in the 20th century, it became part of the metropolitan area of Barcelona. During the Spanish Civil War, the area was heavily damaged by the bombing of Barcelona, and much of the city was destroyed. After the war, the area was rebuilt and modernized, and today it is a vibrant and thriving city, with a population of over 200,000.
Although the area has a long history, it is best known for its industrial heritage. The city is home to a number of factories and industrial complexes, and is a major hub for the automotive industry, with many major car companies having factories in the area. The city is also home to a number of universities, and is a popular tourist destination, with a number of attractions, including the famous L'Hospitalet de Llobregat Castle.