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Spain — silhouette, capital and facts
Spain is in Europe and its capital is Madrid. With about 47 million people and 505,990 km², it ranks 51st in area and 32nd in population among the 195 countries in GeoSilhueta.
Silhouette of Spain, scaled to the same size as every other country in the game.
Quick facts
- Capital
- Madrid
- Continent
- Europe
- Population
- about 47 million
- Area
- 505,990 km²
- Language
- Spanish
- Currency
- Euro
- Flag colors
- red, yellow
Borders
Spain shares a land border with 3 countries: Portugal, France, Andorra.
Fun facts about Spain
- Every August, the town of Buñol is flooded with tomatoes for La Tomatina, a giant food fight.
- Gaudí's Sagrada Família began construction in 1882 and is still being built.
- Mount Teide on Tenerife, at 3,715 meters, is the highest point in Spanish territory.
Frequently asked questions
What is the capital of Spain?
The capital of Spain is Madrid.
Which continent is Spain in?
Spain is in Europe.
Which countries border Spain?
Spain shares a land border with 3 countries: Portugal, France, Andorra.
How can I learn to recognize the silhouette of Spain?
In GeoSilhueta you see only a country's outline and guess which one it is. Spain is one of the 195 countries in the game, which is free and runs in your browser with no signup.
What are some fun facts about Spain?
Every August, the town of Buñol is flooded with tomatoes for La Tomatina, a giant food fight. Gaudí's Sagrada Família began construction in 1882 and is still being built. Mount Teide on Tenerife, at 3,715 meters, is the highest point in Spanish territory.
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