Countries and Their Cultures
Countries and Their Cultures: Spain
Provides an overview of the culture of Spain. Gives basic information on topics such as geography, ethnic makeup, languages, symbolism, economy, food, customs, social stratification, family life, education, religion, politics, etc....
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Buzzle.com: Historyplex: An Introduction to the Culture and Traditions of Spain
Read about the history of Spain including other groups that lived there in the past, the Golden Age, the reign of Napoleon, the Spanish Civil War, and the establishment of democracy. Also looks at the makeup of the Spanish population,...
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Mission Churches as Theaters of Conversion in New Spain
Mission churches, which followed a similar architectural plan but varied in terms of decoration, are among the earliest examples of colonial architecture. View pictures and read the history of these mission churches, or conventos, in New...
INTERNET Red 2000
All About Spain: Basque Country
This site is provided for by All About Spain. Known as one of the most industrialized regions of Spain it is also known to be completely autoctonous in culture which includes a language of its own. This site is also available in Spanish,...
Lizard Point Quizzes
Lizard Point: Spain: Provinces Quiz
Try this interactive geography quiz which tests your knowledge about the Provinces in the country of Spain.
CommonLit
Common Lit: Letter to the Treasure of Spain
A learning module that begins with "Letter to the Treasure of Spain" by Christopher Columbus, accompanied by guided reading questions, assessment questions, and discussion questions. The text can be printed as a PDF or assigned online...
University of Groningen
American History: Essays: Portugal & Spain: Quest for Monopoly in the East
Essay on Spain and Portugal quest for control of trade, exploration and colonization, and their eventual displacement by Northern Europeans.
Encyclopedia of Earth
Encyclopedia of Earth: Spain
The Encyclopedia of Earth provides an overview of Spain, including its geography, natural resources, history, government, economy, and much more. Maps and images are also included, along with sources used to create the entry.
INTERNET Red 2000
All About Spain: Spain: History
Chronology of historical events in Spain, from the beginnings to the present.
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Don Quijote: Official Languages of Spain
Information about the principle languages of Spain: Castilian (or Spanish), Euskera (the Basque language), Galician, and Catalan.
Ducksters
Ducksters: Geography for Kids: Spain
Study the history, capital, flag, climate, terrain, people, economy, and population of Spain on this website.
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Anit Semitism in Spain
A lengthy article on St. Vicente Ferrer (1350-1419 CE) who launched the campaign against Judaism in Spain and which led to the pogroms of 1391.
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Texas Bob: Spain's First Occupation of East Texas 1690
Father Damian Massanet's first-hand account of Spain's first occupation of East Texas in the year 1690.
PBS
The Border: 1821 Mexican Independence From Spain
A brief recounting of the way Mexico was able to gain its independence from Spain. From PBS.
Ducksters
Ducksters: Spain History and Timeline Overview
Kids learn about the history and timeline of the country of Spain including Roman rule, the Moors, the Renconquista, kings and queens, explorers, war with Britain, and the Spanish Revolution.
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The Culture of Spain
The culture of Spain is discussed at this site. Food, drink, nightlife, and fiestas & traditions are talked about.
Ministry of Education and Employment of Spain
Si Spain: The 19th Century
This resource provides a medium length article detailing the 19th century from the angle of its relation to Spain.
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Europa Press
Europa Press is a Spain based internet news source providing the latest news, issues, and events across the nation. Content includes economy, political, cultural and social coverage as well. Written in Spanish and all of the major...
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Agencia Efe
Agencia EFE is a news agency based out of Madrid, Spain, that covers the latest news from Spain, Latin America, and the world. Content includes top news stories, economic coverage, culture and society coverage, and more. Written in Spanish.
INTERNET Red 2000
All About Spain: Andalucia
3000 hours of sun per year - well, that's what you get when you visit the beautiful region of Andalusia. It has varied landscapes and a beautiful climate. It's capital is Seville. This site is available in English, Spanish or German.
Mex Connect
Mexico's Colonial Era Part Ii: Religion and Society in New Spain
This article examines religion in Mexico beginning with the Spanish conquest of the Aztec Empire, and some of the changes since then.
OpenStax
Open Stax: Challenges to Spain's Supremacy
This section of a chapter on "Early Globalization" identifies regions where the English, French, and Dutch explored and established settlements, describes the differences among the early colonies, and explains the role of the American...
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