Spain has a population of over 47 million people, with Castilian Spanish as the official language along with other regional languages. The majority of Spaniards are Roman Catholic, and the country borders Portugal and France, with Madrid as the capital city. Spanish culture is diverse due to a history of invasions and occupations, influencing the regional cuisines, architecture, and traditions across Spain's autonomous communities.

1. SPAIN
Cultural Presentation by:
Stephanie Regalado

2. SPAIN’S SOCIETY
 Population: 47,737,941 people
 Official Language: Castilian Spanish
 Catalan, Galician, Basque also spoken
within the country
 Religion: Roman Catholic
 94% of population, 6% other
 Labor force: 23 million
 Students at university:15 million
 Legal drinking age: 16 years old
 Driving age: 18 years old
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3. GEOGRAPHY
 Located in southwestern Europe
 Borders Mediterranean, Atlantic Ocean, and SW France
 Large borders along Iberian Peninsula and Portugal to the West
 Capital city: Madrid
 55 provinces grouped into 17 autonomous regions
 Geographical regions also differentiate population
 Sub-cultures are commonly separated by regions and climates
within Spain
 Climate
 Summer: hot inland, cloudy and mild along coast
 Winter: cold inland and cloudy and cool along coast
 High plateaus inland with borders being mountainous and
coastal
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5. THE PEOPLE
 Majority of Spain’s population is in Castilian and Andalusian
provinces
 Capital of Madrid is in this region
 2ND
most populated area is in Catalan and Valencia provinces
 Such as cities of Barcelona and Valencia
 Dialect throughout Spain can differ depending on regions but all
are similar to Castilian Spanish
 Symbolism is large part of the people of Spain
 History, legends, and customs shape the communities and many
cultures of people within Spain

6. TRADITIONAL
CUISINE
 Traditional Favorites of Spain are by
region and includes various cultures
 Diversity by repeated invasion
throughout history brought an
abundance of foods from over the
world to Spain
1. Flan
2. Olives & Grapes
3. Paella – rice & shellfish dish
4. Gazpacho – cold tomato soup
5. Tortilla Española – potato omelet
6. Fabada – bean stew
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7. BRIEF HISTORY
 Spain has been occupied by Cro-Magnons, Iberians,
Celts, Phoenicians, Berbers & Muslims
 1st
Spanish Kingdom in 722 with King Ramiro
 Colonies spread, civil wars broke out affecting country
 2nd
Republic of Spain est. XX century
 Established an authoritarian regime
 Beginning of Christian presence over Muslim and Judaism
 Since religious turmoil Spain has stayed Roman Catholic
 Regime over thrown by military and civil wars again
 General Francisco Franco brought fascism and
dictatorship to Spain
 Upon death King Juan Carlos had a constitutional
monarchy
 Spain was then democratic and is still today

8. PLACES TO SEE
 Spain is filled with architecture, water,
culture, and traditions to see
 Most common things to do while in Spain:
 Bullfighting
 Running of the bulls
 Architecture of the past
 Visit the coasts and local villages
 Eat Spanish tapas
 Visit the Royal Palace
 And enjoy……

9. FLAMENCO DANCING(PLAY VIDEO)

10. WORKS CITED
• http://marbellamarbella.es/2013-02-27/whats-wrong-with-spain/
• http://spain.europemaps.info/
• https://www.cia.gov/library/publications/the-world-factbook/geos/sp.html
• columbus-day.holidayscentral.com
• www.adclinic.com
• www.discover-nerja.com
• culinarywineandfoodmatching.blogspot.com
• www.agriculturesource.com
• www.theguardian.com
• runningofthebulls.travel
• www.spanish-food.org
• http://www.eyeonspain.com/blogs/bestofspain/10238/Top-10-Tourist-Attractions-in-Spain-2012.aspx