Spain Nancy Parrish Mrs. Parrish Grade 8

Where Spain is located Spain is located on the continent of Europe. Spain’s neighbors are Portugal and France. Africa is less than 10 miles south at the Strait of Gibralter.

Geographic Features of Spain The Pyrenee’s mountain range makes up the border between Spain and France. Rivers include the Ebro, the Tajo, and the Guadalquivir. Rivers include the Ebro, the Tajo, and the Guadalquivir. Spain borders the Mediterranean Sea, the Bay of Biscay, and the North Atlantic Ocean.

The Flag of Spain

Languages of Spain 74 % of people speak Castilian Spanish. 17% speak Catalan. 7% speak Galacian. 2% speak Basque. Hola!

Sports of Spain Football (soccer) is the most popular spectator sport in Spain. David Beckham plays for Real Madrid.

Customs and Traditions of Spain Every July thousands of people attend Pamplona’s most famous bull- running fiesta.

Music of Spain For many people, Spanish music means flamenco. There are regional styles of folk music, and pop, rock and hip hop are also popular.

Food of Spain Tapas are small quantities of food that can be eaten as a snack or combined to make a full meal. Spaniards usually have dinner between 9 p.m. and 11 p.m.

Tourism in Spain The Alhambra Palace overlooking the city of Granada, stands out as the most famous example of Moorish architecture.