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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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