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Posts about SPAIN
Tenerife
Tenerife had been on my travel list for years—an enchanting, sun-kissed island promising volcanic landscapes, golden beaches, and a delightful fusion of Spanish and Canarian culture...
Puerto Banús
Golden sunlight danced on the polished decks of million-dollar yachts as I stepped onto the promenade of Puerto Banús...
Ibiza
Discover the magic of Ibiza, where sun-drenched beaches and legendary nightlife create an unforgettable travel experience...
Key facts about SPAIN
General Information:
Official Name: Kingdom of Spain (Reino de España)
Capital: Madrid
Population: ~47 million (as of recent estimates)
Official Language: Spanish (Castellano); regional languages like Catalan, Galician, and Basque are also spoken.
Currency: Euro (€)
Time Zones:
Mainland & Balearic Islands: Central European Time (CET, UTC+1) / Central European Summer Time (CEST, UTC+2)
Canary Islands: Western European Time (WET, UTC) / Western European Summer Time (WEST, UTC+1)
Geography & Climate:
Location: Southwestern Europe, bordered by Portugal, France, Andorra, and the Mediterranean Sea.
Climate:
Mediterranean (hot summers, mild winters in most regions)
Oceanic (cooler, rainy in the north)
Semi-arid (dry in the southeast)
Notable Natural Features:
Pyrenees Mountains (northern border with France)
Sierra Nevada (southern Spain)
Teide Volcano (Tenerife, highest point in Spain)
Culture & History
Famous Landmarks:
Sagrada Familia (Barcelona)
Alhambra (Granada)
Prado Museum (Madrid)
Camino de Santiago pilgrimage route
Ibiza’s UNESCO-listed old town
Cuisine: Known for tapas, paella, jamón ibérico, gazpacho, and churros.
Festivals:
La Tomatina (tomato-throwing festival)
San Fermín (Running of the Bulls) in Pamplona
Semana Santa (Holy Week) processions
Sports: Football (La Liga, FC Barcelona, Real Madrid) is the most popular sport.
Government & Economy
Government Type: Parliamentary constitutional monarchy
Current Monarch: King Felipe VI
Prime Minister: (Check for current leader)
Economy:
Major industries: Tourism, agriculture, automotive, fashion, renewable energy
Spain is one of the world's top tourism destinations
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