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Cultural about spain

Spain is famous around the world for Flamenco music and dance, bullfights, fantastic
beaches, and lots of sunshine. Spanish are known to be friendly to foreigners. You don't have to
worry about being ignored or ignored by them. So friendly, you should be surprised if they don't
greet you when they meet on the street. Yes, Spaniards are used to greeting each other. Spain is a
large country with many regions each having their own version of traditional cuisine. With miles of
coast, it is not surprising that many dishes feature seafood. One of the well-known food in Spanish is
Paella. Paella's bright yellow rice and the different vegetables and meat makes it a colourful dish.
One of the most traditional and famous rice dishes in Spain. Another favourite is the Tapas, which is
an assortment of appetizers which may be hot or cold. A typical Tapas can involve: Chorizo, Patatas
bravas (pieces of potato fried in oil and served in a tomato sauce), spicy lamb meat balls, deep fried
calamari, grilled artichoke, aubergine.

Spain is a country with at least 90% of the population speak Castilian Spanish as a first or
second language. About 17% of the population speak Catalan, 7% speak Galician and 2% speak
Basque. Spanish people also do have religion that they believe. Spain is a predominantly Roman
Catholic country with approximately 94% of the population affiliated to that religion. During the
history of Spain, there have been long periods where different religious groups have coexisted,
including Muslims, Jews and Christians. Some traditions are more a cultural event rather than a
religious one. During Holy Week, processions take place when participants wear a capirote which is a
pointed hat of conical form and is part of the uniform of some brotherhoods and fraternities. They
walk barefoot and carry a burden which is symbolic of a penitent. Religious history is apparent in
every small town, where the most grandiose building is typically the church. In the large cities the
Cathedrals are almost museums.

Spanish are known to greet people with The common verbal greetings, The comoon verbal
greetings is “Buenos dias” (Good day), “Buenas tardes” (Good afternoon) or “Buenas noches” (Good
evening/night) depending on the time of day. People may also say “¿Como está?” (How are you). A
more casual greeting is “Hola” (Hello).