The Borgias remain fixed in our cultural memory.
The Borgias didn't exactly help these rumors, however.
There, several descendants of the Borgias became notable poets, artists, and activists.
The Borgias' reputation for evil and deception survived long after their influence declined.
Though the Borgias are strongly associated with Italy,
the family originated in Valencia, Spain with the name de Borja.
But were the Borgias really one of Italy's most murderous families,
or the victims of cruel rumours by jealous rivals?
Though their position as Italy's foremost aristocratic family waned, the Borgias maintained prominence well into the 20th century,
especially in Ecuador.
Politically ambitious and not above lies and treachery, it wasn't long before the Borgias ran afoul of Italy's other noble families.
Though remembered as one of Italy's noble families during the Renaissance, the Borgias actually came from Valencia in the kingdom of Aragon, Spain.
While there are certainly enough stories to paint the Borgias as great villains of history,
there are some who argue their reputation isn't entirely fair.
Modern historians now point out that many of the stories surrounding the Borgias come from a small handful of contemporary chroniclers
and the Borgias' political rivals.