Spain

Spain is one of Europe’s most popular travel destinations, located on the Iberian Peninsula in southwestern Europe. It is bordered by both the Mediterranean Sea and the Atlantic Ocean, and shares borders with Portugal, France, Morocco, Gibraltar, and the tiny principality of Andorra.

Spain’s most visited cities include Madrid, Barcelona, Seville, Mรกlaga, and Bilbao. While the Canary Islands are famous worldwide, the Balearic Islands; including Mallorca, Menorca, and Ibiza are also favorite vacation destinations.

Whether you’re looking for vibrant cities, relaxing beaches, scenic hiking trails, or fascinating historical sites, Spain has something for every traveler. If you’re visiting during the winter months, you can even go skiing in the Sierra Nevada or the Pyrenees.

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Spain is a constitutional monarchy, with King Felipe VI serving as the country’s monarch since 2014. The Spanish Royal Palace in Madrid, one the city’s top attraction, is open for visitors. In recent years, Crown Princess Leonor has also become one of the most popular members of the Spanish royal family.

Capital: Madrid
Currency: Euro (โ‚ฌ)
Language: Spanish (with regional languages including Basque, Catalan, Galician, and Aranese)

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