About Spain

Spain is located on the Iberian Peninsula in southwestern Europe. South across the Strait of Gibraltar and Morocco in Africa, the throat of the Atlantic and Mediterranean routes is choked. An area of 504,750 square kilometers. The coastline is 3900 kilometers long. The inhabitants are mainly Spanish, and the ethnic minorities are Catalans, Galicians, and Basques. More Catholic. Spanish is the official language.

 

A unified feudal dynasty was established in 1492, and gradually became a maritime power with many colonies. It gradually declined after the end of the 16th century. The 19th century dynasty was overthrown to establish a republic. A coalition government was formed in February 1936. Proclaimed monarchy in July 1947. Diplomatic relations with China were established on March 9, 1973.

As one of the high mountain countries in Europe. The northern and southern coasts are mountainous, and the inland central plateau accounts for about 60% of the country's total area. The plain area below 200 meters accounts for 11%. The north and northwest have a maritime temperate broadleaf forest climate. The south and southeast have a subtropical Mediterranean climate. It is rich in mineral resources such as coal, iron, mercury, yellow iron, copper, lead, tin, and uranium.

 

Extended information

Capital: Madrid is also the political, economic and transportation center of the country.

Important holiday: National Day October 12. The King's Name is June 24.

Time difference: 8 hours later than Beijing time.

National flower: pomegranate flower.

Reputation: Tourism Kingdom (the tourism revenue ranks first in the world), Olive Kingdom (the area under which olive trees are planted and olive oil production ranks first in the world).

Folklore: Bullfighting is a traditional national culture, and famous bullfighters have become the idols of youth worship. Pamplona celebrates the Festival of the Bull (San Fermin) on July 7 every year.

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