Many Arabic place names in southern Spain are a result of the region's history of Islamic rule during the Middle Ages, when the Moors controlled the Iberian Peninsula. The Moors left a lasting impact on the region's culture, architecture, and place names. These Arabic names have been preserved over the centuries and are still used today.
Roughly 9 million people in Spain, primarily in Catalonia, Valencia, and the Balearic Islands, speak Catalan as either their first or second language.
The majority of people in Spain speak Spanish as their first language, around 95-98% of the population. English is the second-most spoken language, with around 27% of the population having some level of proficiency in English.
Approximately 97% of the population in Spain speak Spanish as their primary language.
Galician is spoken in the region of Galicia, located in the northwest of Spain. Basque is spoken in the Basque Country, an autonomous community in northern Spain, as well as in parts of southwestern France.
The Spanish called their new colony in North America "La Florida," referring to the lush landscape they encountered.
Federico Garcia Lorca, a renowned Spanish poet and playwright, was killed on August 19, 1936, during the Spanish Civil War. He was executed by Nationalist forces for his leftist political beliefs and outspoken support of the Republican government. Lorca's death remains a tragic symbol of the violence and repression that occurred during this turbulent period in Spain.
The fairy-tale castle perched high above the city of Granada is the Alhambra. This iconic fortress complex dates back to the 9th century and showcases stunning Islamic architecture and beautiful gardens. It offers breathtaking views of the city and the surrounding Sierra Nevada mountains.
In Spanish, money is "dinero."
Spain has adopted the Euro, and the cent is the decimal division (1/100th Euro).
His purpose was he wanted to find gold and new land.
The Head of the State is the king Juan Carlos I, and the Presidente del Gobierno (President of the Government) is Mariano Rajoy.
Twice out of three finals, one against the USSR and one against Germany.
This question would be clarified immensely if the particular peace treaty were specified.
They defeated the Moors that until then had ruled over much of south-eastern Spain; and by combining their land with their own territories and joining them into one country, create a united Spain.