As many countries do, Spain has its own Marine Corps. It is organized as part of the Navy, called the Armada Española. But, did you also know that the Spanish Marine Corps was established as far back as in 1537, making it the oldest Marine Corps still in existence. ItContinue Reading
Visiting Spain to discover more of what this fascinating country has to offer? Interested in learning more about Spanish history or its natural wonders? Why not start with some of its outstanding heritage sites? Worldwide, only three countries can boast more UNESCO World Heritage sites than Spain. Forty-nine sites acrossContinue Reading
The Iberian Peninsula, today’s Spain and Portugal, has been an attractive place to settle for thousands of years. A number of peoples have left their mark on this landscape and its culture. Some have been peaceful immigrants, others conquerors, still others can almost be said to have been in transitContinue Reading
Today, Tuesday 12 October, we are again celebrating Columbus Day. The festivities may be somewhat muted compared to a typical year, but at least celebrations and some parades are yet again allowed. The day, now officially called the Fiesta Nacional or Fiesta Nacional de España falls on the day ofContinue Reading
You have probably seen Spain’s national coat of arms many times. It is displayed on the flag, used by the Spanish National Assembly, the Cortes Generales, the country’s government, the Supreme Court and other state institutions. If you look closely, you will find a number of elements from far backContinue Reading
How familiar are you with Spanish brand names and the companies that own them? You’ve probably heard of brands such as Paco Rabanne, Banco Santander, Real Madrid, El Pozo, Repsol, Paradores, Marqués de Cáceres, Imaginarium, and Mapfre. Many more Spanish corporations than you might think have a worldwide presence. ForoContinue Reading
