Spain
History
Dynastic union tied the territory into a wider political structure.
Sole sovereign marked a step in Spain's sovereign statehood.
Centralised state appears in Spain's historical record.
First constitution set or updated Spain's constitutional framework.
The current constitution came into force, setting the basic framework for today's Spain.
Part ofEuropeMore countries, cities and routes.Short facts
RegionSouthern Europe / Iberian Peninsula
LanguageSpanish, Catalan
Time zoneCET (UTC+1)
Drives onRight
Worth seeing
- Barcelona Gaudi: Sagrada Familia, Park Guell and Casa Batllo define Gaudi's visionary Barcelona.
- Madrid Prado: One of the world's great art museums, with Velazquez, Goya and El Greco.
- Alhambra Granada: A Moorish palace complex of intricate tilework and water gardens.
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What is Spain known for?Barcelona Gaudi, Madrid Prado, Alhambra Granada.
What is the capital?Madrid.
Which language is useful?Spanish, Catalan.
When is the national day?12 October.
Upcoming events
LIV Golf Andalucia2026-06-04 - 2026-06-07 - Andalucia - LIV Golf
Spain National Day12 Oct 2026 ยท SpainNo future Spain-linked events are active in the current dataset.
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Known for
Barcelona GaudiSagrada FamiliaPark GuellMadrid PradoVelazquezGoyaEl Greco.Alhambra Granada

Barcelona
Madrid
Paella
Sangria
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