Spain
“SPAIN” Name a country that is rich in color, heritage, and tradition and you could name Spain. Spain is one of the oldest countries in this world. ... Spain is located south of France. Spain was once one of the most powerful countries in the earlier centuries. ... In 1492, King Ferdinand and Queen Isabella of Spain sent Christopher Columbus in search for spices and gold and he discovered the West Indies which later led to the discovery of the Americas. During this time, Spain was involved in internal wars with the Moors. Spain may have been small in comparison with countries like England, but their Army was just as strong as any “power house” country during the prime years of Spain. ... Spain has a history that reaches to the Americas by way of Mexico. At one time in history Spain even owned parts of what is now known as Texas. The influence of Spain is still present in both Mexico and Texas. The native language of Spain which is called Spanish is one of the common second languages in the world. ... The story of Spain was not the real life fairytale of the United States of America. For indeed, Spain’s story does not have the happily ever after ending. Mountainous Spain is a group of three large peninsulas located in Southern Europe. ... Spain is bordered by the Atlantic Ocean and Mediterranean Sea. ... The area of Spain is 493,486 sq kilometer. Almost another 10,000 sq kilometers are added to the peninsular of Spain to cover the remaining areas in Africa and the other peninsulas. ... The geographical nature of Spain is one of complexity and beauty. Spain has several mountainous ranges along with a variety of other land formations. Spain also is known for the many different types of rock forms that are present on the land. ... The lowlands of Spain are also in different shapes. ... Spain is located on several shifting plates which have caused for the land to form a sort of tectonic look. The most dominating physical feature in Spain is the Meseta. ... The name Spain was founded by the Romans but was originally Hispania. Some of the early names of Spain were Ophiusa, Edetania, and Sacania just to name a few. ... The official name of Spain is The Kingdom of Spain. Spain, like the United States, took part in an age of enlightenment. ... Many schools majoring in different disciplines were established in Spain.