Hispania Citerior was a Roman province located in the eastern part of the Iberian Peninsula, which is present-day Spain. Established in the late 3rd century BCE, it was part of the Roman expansion during the Punic Wars. The province was known for its rich resources and strategic location. The territory of Hispania Citerior included regions such as Catalonia and parts of Valencia. It was governed by a Roman official known as a proconsul. Over time, Hispania Citerior played a significant role in the Roman economy and military, contributing to the broader integration of the Iberian Peninsula into the Roman Empire.