Culture of Spain

Spanish Culture

Blog Post #1

11 April 2015

Gracie Schofield

 

The Spanish Culture is known for a wide variety of things: bull fights, Flamenco music and dance, Ibiza’s Parties, the soccer clubs of Real Madrid and Barcelona, and many fesitivals that take place around their beautiful country. However, one the most important things that Spain is known for is their food. When I was choosing my country, I wanted to research a place that I wasn’t too familiar with. I have always heard of Spain and their culture but I haven’t ever really looked into it. I thought that this project would be a good time to find out more about the food, people, and places that helped formed Spain into the place it is today. When people think of Spain it is common to instantly imagine the delicious food that comes along with it. Tapas, churros, rice, and tortillas are a few of the most well-known dishes. The Spanish culture closely identifies itself with the Roman Catholic Church. They take time and dedication to celebrate Semana Santa which we know as Holy Week each year. Spaniards host large parades and other religious events in honor of this week. The Spanish culture has been influenced by many others, including Roman, Jewish, and Andalusian traditions. Pork is a one of the most foods to them. It was not eaten by Jews and Muslims so it is their own statement of Christian ethnicity. On days of celebration, pork is one food that can always be found.

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