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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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Who led Spain in the spanish armada?
The duke led the spanish armada his name was; The duke of medina sidonia.
Is correo spanish for Hotmail?
The correct translation for correo is mail or post office. ChaCha gave me this answer. It may also mean airmail. I don't see any reference to hotmail.
Did cintron surname come from Spain?
No. Actually it came from Puerto Rico. It has unexplained meaning, but it is believed to have come from "cinturon" meaning belt in spanish.
Where in Spain is the Montesa Honda plant located?
The Montesa Honda plant is located in Barcelona, Spain. It is the Spanish subsidiary of Honda, and exports 75% of its products to Europe and the other 25% to the rest of the world.
Has Palma de Mallorca lots of traffic?
The public transport in Palma de Mallorca is with buses. It is an important town but the traffic is well organized.
Why did the king of Spain give land grants to colonists in the early 1700s?
because it claimed land for Spain
Are there any US towns named Spain?
I didn't find any Spains, but Iowa, Nebraska and Alabama each have a Madrid.
What nation is separated from Spain by about eight miles of water?
Morocco is across the Straits of Gibraltar, 8 or 9 miles, from Spain in North Africa.
Does Spain's monarchy still exist?
Spain's current ruler, King Juan Carlos was instrumental in bringing democracy back to Spain after the death of the Fascist dictator General Franco in 1975. King Juan Carlos is extremely popular in Spain.
Did Phillip II of Spain have children?
Philip was married four times and had children with three of his wives. These three all died in childbirth. Most of his children died young.
Philip's first wife was his double first cousin, Maria Manuela, Princess of Portugal. She was a daughter of Philip's maternal uncle, John III of Portugal, and paternal aunt, Catherine of Austria. The marriage produced one son, at whose birth Maria Manuela died in 1545:
- Carlos, Prince of Asturias (8 July 1545 - 24 July 1568), died unmarried and without issue.
Philip's second wife was his double first cousin once removed, Queen Mary I of England. The 1554 marriage to Mary was political. By this marriage, Philip became jure uxoris King of England and Ireland, although the couple was apart more than together as they ruled their respective countries. The marriage produced no children and Mary died in 1558, ending Philip's reign in England and Ireland.
Philip's third wife was Elisabeth of Valois, the eldest daughter of Henry II of France and Catherine de' Medici. {also a distant relation of Philip-she was descended from their mutual ancestor Alfonso VII of León and Castile}. Their marriage (1559-1568) produced five daughters. Elisabeth died hours after a miscarriage in 1568. Their children were:
- Miscarried twin daughters (1564).
- Isabella Clara Eugenia of Spain (12 August 1566 - 1 December 1633), married Albert VII, Archduke of Austria,
- Catherine Michelle of Spain (10 October 1567 - 6 November 1597), married Charles Emmanuel I, Duke of Savoy, and had issue.
- miscarried or stillborn daughter (1568).
Philip's fourth and final wife was his sororal niece, Anna of Austria. By contemporary accounts, this was a convivial and satisfactory marriage (1570-1580) for both Philip and Anna. This marriage produced four sons and one daughter. Anna died after giving birth to Maria in 1580. Their children were:
- Ferdinand, Prince of Asturias (4 December 1571 - 18 October 1578), died young
- Charles Laurence (12 August 1573 - 30 June 1575), died young
- Diego, Prince of Asturias (15 August 1575 - 21 November 1582), died young
- Philip III of Spain (3 April 1578 - 31 March 1621)
- Maria (14 February 1580 - 5 August 1583), died young
What does Andre mean in Spanish?
The French name "Andre*" means "Andrew" in English, "Andres*" in Spanish.
*accent on the 'e'
What is the population of Tenerife?
Approximately 625,000 people, of which around 250,000 are based in the capital, Santa Cruz. Each year, Tenerife receives about 3,500,000 tourists.
When and where does the bull run take place?
The Bull run took place in Manasses, Viriginia on July 21st, 1861
What US land did Spain claim before Mexico?
The whole states of California, Nevada, Utah, Arizona, New Mexico and Texas, as well as parts of Wyoming, Colorado, Oklahoma and Kansas.
What is the distance from Bilbao Spain to Algarve Portugal?
Algarve is an area in southern Portugal, not a specific city. The Capital is Faro. The distance from Bilbao to Faro is 685 miles, about 10 1/2 hours driving time.
How long has Spain had independence?
Spain was last occupied by the Muslims and drove them off in 1492 from which date the spanish have been independent.
