A Country of Regions

Spain is made up of 17 autonomous regions, each with its own culture, traditions, and sometimes even language like Catalan, Basque, and Galician.

World Leader in UNESCO Sites

Spain has over 45 UNESCO World Heritage Sites, including Alhambra, Sagrada Família, and the historic city of Toledo.

Birthplace of Flamenco

Flamenco, a passionate form of music and dance, originated in Andalusia and is a major symbol of Spanish culture.

The Spanish Siesta

Although less common today, the traditional siesta (afternoon nap) is part of Spain’s cultural identity, especially in smaller towns and hot regions.

Home to the World’s Oldest Restaurant

Botín in Madrid, founded in 1725, is recognized by Guinness World Records as the oldest operating restaurant in the world.

The Running of the Bulls

The famous San Fermín festival in Pamplona features the Running of the Bulls, where participants run in front of a herd of bulls through city streets.

Spain Produces the Most Olive Oil

Spain is the world’s largest producer of olive oil, with the majority coming from the Andalusia region.

A Language with Global Reach

Spanish is the second-most spoken native language in the world, after Mandarin Chinese, and is spoken across Latin America and beyond.

La Tomatina – A Giant Food Fight

Held annually in Buñol, La Tomatina is a world-famous festival where people throw tomatoes at each other for fun.

Art and Architecture Icons

Spain is the homeland of world-renowned artists and architects like Pablo Picasso, Salvador Dalí, and Antoni Gaudí, whose works are celebrated globally.