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History & Culture of Spain
Spain β a crossroads of Roman, Moorish and Christian civilisations β gave the world a golden age of art, exploration and language. Today it is one of Europeβs most beloved places to live.
From cosmopolitan Madrid and Barcelona to sunny Andalusia and the Mediterranean coast, every region has its own flavour.
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1492Unification
1978Democracy
Today17 regions
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β¬60/wk
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β¬120/mo
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