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Spain
Spain is a developed country located in southwestern Europe on the Iberian Peninsula. It is Western Europe’s second biggest country by area with 504,030 sq km. Its topography, history and rich cultural heritage attract tourists from all over the world.
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NO. Gibraltar is a British overseas territory on Spain's southern coast and has a land-border with the Spanish city of La Linea de la Concepción. Conversely, Majorca is one of Spain's Balaeric Islands off the east coast of the country. The two places are roughly 500 miles or 800 km apart as the crow flies.
Why would Spain have both roman aqueducts and Muslim mosques?
The reason that Spain contains roman aqueducts dates back to 200 BC, when the Roman Empire was expanding. They ruled Spain and they built their aqueduct system in their cities.
Muslim mosques in Spain go back to 711 A.D., when the Moors and Berbers spread Islam, led by Tariq ibn-Ziyad. They conquered the territory and started to establish Muslim states in the land, pushing the Christians to the North. The territory was renamed Al-Andalus and many mosques were built as a result of the Muslim settlers. The Christians in the north slowly started to recover the land and, in 1492, the Muslims were pushed out of the land after they lost at Granada, establishing the Kingdom of Spain.
The Mexican revolt against Spain was influenced by what two countries?
Both France and the United States.
France invaded Spain during the Peninsular Wars (1807-1814), weakening the economic and military influence Spain had over its possessions in the Americas, including Mexico.
Also Mexican people knew of the American Revolution (1775-1783), prompting republican ideas and the desire to split up from the home country.
What is the distance between Barcelona and Sevilla?
There are 1015 km. from Barcelona to Sevilla. It takes about 10 1/2 hours to drive.
What is the name of the country that shares the Iberian peninsula with Spain?
Portugal is the other major country on the Iberian Peninsula.
Other countries on the Iberian Peninsula include Andorra and small parts of France. (Over 95% of French territory is not on the Iberian Peninsula whereas over 90% of Spanish, Portuguese and Andorran territory is.)
Which of these literary events took place in Spain during the 1400s?
the first printing press was introduced to Spain
What was Henry of Navarre was crowned king of?
Henry of Navarre was crowned king of France In 1589-1610, and was concurrently the king of Navarre from 1572-1610. He ascended the throne after Henry III, thus becoming Henry IV.
He was very tolerant of religion (in this time), had converted from Calvinism to Catholicism before his ascension to the throne; Henry was a very popular king, having great concern for the welfare of his subjects. He signed the Edict of Nantes in 1598 which allowed the Protestants freedom to practice their faith, which thus ended the civil war. He also worked very hard to improve not only his kingdom, but subjects as well. Among his achievements, he built canals, improved civil services and public works; worked to curb deforestation by planting trees along the highways, ordering pines, fruit and elm trees to be mass planted. Through his minister (or right hand man) Henry also worked hard to regularize state finances, promote agriculture, drain swamps to create more crop land, & promoted education with the creation of the Collège Royal Henri-le-Grand in La Flèche.
Is Biogetica products as claimed?
There are mixed reviews as to whether or not Biogetica products do as they claim. However, the known ingredients in Biogetica have not been proven to suppress the appetite or burn fat.
Has Spain hosted the World Cup?
Yes.
The 1982 FIFA World Cup was held in Spain from 13 June to 11 July, 1982.
What is the motto of Santander Department?
Santander Department's motto is 'Santandereanos siempre adelante'.
What is the population of Spain?
The official population of Spain is 46.9 million
In the Western European country, Spain, the population is approximately 47,190,493 people. The three major ethnic groups are the Spanish, Galician, and Catalan. Spain is a peninsula and has a Mediterranean climate which attracts many people.
it hasn't been updated but in 2008 it was 45,555,716
Is Mallorca a vat exempt country or not?
Mallorca is an autonomous province of Spain; Spain is inside European Union.
Countries of EU are exmpt of VAT.
What are famous foods in Spain?
The most famous food FROM Spain is probably paella. It is well known outside of Spain even though in Spain it is a regional food that is not served all that frequently.
Probably the most famous food in Spain that is eaten frequently all over the country is a cured ham called Jamon Serano. It is available in bars everywhere and is eaten as a tapa.
