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Spain

España
Capital
Madrid
Population
47.5M
Area
505,990 km²
Language
Spanish

Spain is a country in Southern Europe, Europe. Its capital is Madrid, with a population of approximately 47.5M and a total area of 505,990 km². The official language is Spanish and the currency is the Euro (€).

📊 Quick Facts about Spain

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Population
47.5M
total residents
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Total Area
505,990 km²
land coverage
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Pop. Density
94/km²
people per km²
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GDP (nominal)
$1.42T
total output
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GDP per Capita
$29,890
per person
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Currency
Euro (€)
legal tender
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Language(s)
Spanish
official
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Coastline
4,964 km
total shore
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Timezone
UTC+1/2
UTC offset
🎂
Independence
1479
established
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Local Time in Madrid

Spain covers an area of 505,990 km² with a population density of 94/km² people per km². The country has a GDP of $1.42T ($29,890 per capita) and gained independence in 1479. It has a coastline of 4,964 km.

Did You Know?

Spain is the world's largest producer of olive oil, supplying 45% of global production. It also invented the mop, the stapler, and the submarine.

💡 Interesting Facts about Spain

  1. Spain has the second oldest restaurant in the world — Sobrino de Botín in Madrid, since 1725.
  2. Spain produces more olive oil than any other country — 44% of world supply.
  3. Spanish is the second most spoken native language in the world after Mandarin.
  4. Spain has the second most UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Europe after Italy.

✈️ Travel Information for Spain

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Best Time to Visit
April–June, September–October
Mediterranean south, continental center, Atlantic north
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Cost of Travel
🟡 Moderate
Mid — compared to global average
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Meal Cost
$8–15
average restaurant meal
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Hotel Cost
$50–120
per night
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Visa
Visa-free for EU/US/UK (Schengen)
entry requirements
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Plug Type
Type C/F, 230V
electrical standard
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Driving Side
Right
side of the road

⚠️ Travel information is approximate and may change. Always verify visa requirements, entry rules and travel advisories with official government sources before travelling.

📍 Spain on the Map

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📍 Madrid, Spain

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🏆 Spain World Rankings

14th
Economy
14th largest economy globally
2nd
Tourism
2nd most visited country in the world
1st
Olive Oil
World's largest olive oil producer (45% of global supply)
1st
Football
Most FIFA World Cup + UEFA Euro titles combined

🏛 Must-See Places in Spain

Open Wikipedia ↗
Sagrada Família

Gaudí's unfinished UNESCO basilica — under construction since 1882 and still going

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Alhambra, Granada

A UNESCO Moorish palace and fortress of breathtaking geometric artistry

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Park Güell

Gaudí's UNESCO mosaic park of surreal architecture overlooking Barcelona

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Prado Museum

One of the world's finest art museums, home to Velázquez, Goya and El Greco

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🗺️ Countries Bordering Spain

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France
Paris
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Andorra
Andorra la Vella
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Portugal
Lisbon

❓ Frequently Asked Questions about Spain

What is the capital of Spain?

The capital of Spain is Madrid.

What language is spoken in Spain?

The official language(s) of Spain are Spanish.

What is the population of Spain?

The population of Spain is approximately 47.5M.

What currency does Spain use?

Spain uses the Euro (€).

What continent is Spain in?

Spain is located in Europe, in the Southern Europe region.

What is the GDP of Spain?

Spain has a GDP of $1.42T, with a GDP per capita of $29,890.

What is the best time to visit Spain?

The best time to visit Spain is April–June, September–October. The climate is Mediterranean south, continental center, Atlantic north.

Do I need a visa for Spain?

Visa-free for EU/US/UK (Schengen)

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