Living in Spain : climate, culture, quality of life, good mood, gastronomy, security, sea, beach
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Why do so many people choose Spain as their new place of residence?
After reading this article, you will not consider any other option!
The climate.
Forget those climates where you can't go out during the winter because it's so cold. Because in Spain and especially on the Mediterranean coast, you will find the ideal temperature all year round. 320 days of sunshine!
What exactly will you find? Winters that allow you to walk down the street wearing only a jacket and hot summers perfect for relaxing on the beach. What more could you ask for?
But if you like the sun and high temperatures because you need those vitamin D spikes, the Mediterranean coast will be ideal.
The culture.
Spain is the third country with the highest number of UNESCO World Heritage Site declarations. In addition to treasures such as the Alhambra in Granada or the Way of St. James, Spain can boast of being the birthplace of universal geniuses such as Cervantes, Goya, Velázquez, Picasso, Dalí or Gaudí.
Wherever you go, you will experience the history of Spain and be immersed in it. It is a nation that, since its origins, has been built on many different groups, all with their own peculiarities and differences. The result? A diverse and divided culture. A group of regions with their own traditions and specialties.
The country is full of historical places ready to be discovered.
The quality of life and the good mood.
Yes, we dare to say that it is the best quality of life in the world.
In Spain, you will not find that professional lifestyle based on constant stress and haste. The Spanish spirit is based on enjoying life as much as possible, especially when it comes to sharing it with others.
And you wouldn't be able to enjoy this quality of life if the cost of living wasn't low in the country. Many things, such as food and products in supermarkets, eating out, and even housing and rent, are much cheaper than in any other European country.
The Spanish are happy people. They are welcoming, have a sense of family and live a lot outdoors where they meet for a drink on a terrace.
The lively life...
If there is one thing that the Spanish love, it is partying. And you won't experience better parties than those that take place in Spain. Because you will always find people dining in a restaurant from 9 to 11 pm. People like to go out a lot, and the atmosphere is quite charming.
A country of freedoms.
Spain offers a stable and consolidated democratic political framework, supported by the Constitution of 1978, which guarantees fundamental rights and public freedoms. Spanish society is one of the most open to social change in Europe and is distinguished by its spirit of integration, respect for sexual freedom and coexistence between religions.
Security.
Spain has one of the lowest crime rates in Europe. It is the third safest country in the EU, behind Luxembourg and Slovenia. According to the Legatum Properity Index, Spain would be the 12th country in the world in terms of national security and personal safety.
A welcoming country.
The result of centuries of coexistence between people of different cultures, the Spanish character is open, cheerful, tolerant and respectful. Citizens of other countries feel welcome and the children of foreigners adapt without problems in Spain, one of the highest integration rates in the world.
Gastronomy appreciated worldwide.
Raw materials are fundamental in any good cuisine and Spain has an exceptional pantry. Iberian ham, olive oil, cheese and wine are part of the Mediterranean diet, an intangible heritage of humanity. From the most traditional recipes to avant-garde cuisine, Spanish gastronomy is synonymous with quality. And we must not forget its most universal preparation: tapas.
A language in expansion
Spanish is the second most spoken language in the world, with more than 572 million Spanish speakers, and it is growing. By 2050, it is expected that 10% of the world's population will speak Spanish. In addition, it is estimated that by that date, the United States will be the first country in the world in terms of the number of Spanish speakers, which opens up a world of cultural, social and economic possibilities.
Why do so many people choose Spain as their new place of residence?
After reading this article, you will not consider any other option!
The climate.
Forget those climates where you can't go out during the winter because it's so cold. Because in Spain and especially on the Mediterranean coast, you will find the ideal temperature all year round. 320 days of sunshine!
What exactly will you find? Winters that allow you to walk down the street wearing only a jacket and hot summers perfect for relaxing on the beach. What more could you ask for?
But if you like the sun and high temperatures because you need those vitamin D spikes, the Mediterranean coast will be ideal.
The culture.
Spain is the third country with the highest number of UNESCO World Heritage Site declarations. In addition to treasures such as the Alhambra in Granada or the Way of St. James, Spain can boast of being the birthplace of universal geniuses such as Cervantes, Goya, Velázquez, Picasso, Dalí or Gaudí.
Wherever you go, you will experience the history of Spain and be immersed in it. It is a nation that, since its origins, has been built on many different groups, all with their own peculiarities and differences. The result? A diverse and divided culture. A group of regions with their own traditions and specialties.
The country is full of historical places ready to be discovered.
The quality of life and the good mood.
Yes, we dare to say that it is the best quality of life in the world.
In Spain, you will not find that professional lifestyle based on constant stress and haste. The Spanish spirit is based on enjoying life as much as possible, especially when it comes to sharing it with others.
And you wouldn't be able to enjoy this quality of life if the cost of living wasn't low in the country. Many things, such as food and products in supermarkets, eating out, and even housing and rent, are much cheaper than in any other European country.
The Spanish are happy people. They are welcoming, have a sense of family and live a lot outdoors where they meet for a drink on a terrace.
The lively life...
If there is one thing that the Spanish love, it is partying. And you won't experience better parties than those that take place in Spain. Because you will always find people dining in a restaurant from 9 to 11 pm. People like to go out a lot, and the atmosphere is quite charming.
A country of freedoms.
Spain offers a stable and consolidated democratic political framework, supported by the Constitution of 1978, which guarantees fundamental rights and public freedoms. Spanish society is one of the most open to social change in Europe and is distinguished by its spirit of integration, respect for sexual freedom and coexistence between religions.
Security.
Spain has one of the lowest crime rates in Europe. It is the third safest country in the EU, behind Luxembourg and Slovenia. According to the Legatum Properity Index, Spain would be the 12th country in the world in terms of national security and personal safety.
A welcoming country.
The result of centuries of coexistence between people of different cultures, the Spanish character is open, cheerful, tolerant and respectful. Citizens of other countries feel welcome and the children of foreigners adapt without problems in Spain, one of the highest integration rates in the world.
Gastronomy appreciated worldwide.
Raw materials are fundamental in any good cuisine and Spain has an exceptional pantry. Iberian ham, olive oil, cheese and wine are part of the Mediterranean diet, an intangible heritage of humanity. From the most traditional recipes to avant-garde cuisine, Spanish gastronomy is synonymous with quality. And we must not forget its most universal preparation: tapas.
A language in expansion
Spanish is the second most spoken language in the world, with more than 572 million Spanish speakers, and it is growing. By 2050, it is expected that 10% of the world's population will speak Spanish. In addition, it is estimated that by that date, the United States will be the first country in the world in terms of the number of Spanish speakers, which opens up a world of cultural, social and economic possibilities.
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The Costa Blanca, or White Coast, is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Spain. It stretches for 200 kilometres along the Mediterranean coast, through the province of Alicante, from Gandia to Torrevieja.
Visitors to the Costa Blanca are spoilt for choice, as the destinations are varied and diverse. The Costa Blanca has a resort to suit all tastes. From the most lively and cosmopolitan resorts such as Alicante itself, or Benidorm, to those that still retain their rural air by the sea, such as Gandia, Moraira...
The region has also been of strategic importance to many settlers, including the Phoenicians, Greeks, Romans, Visigoths, Carthaginians and Moors. Each civilisation living a mark of its identity on the land. The most obvious is probably the influence of Roman and Moorish occupations, which are still present today in the villages, monuments and cultural attractions of the Costa Blanca.
Natural environment
To the north, a curtain of mountains runs parallel to the sea, sometimes descending to form cliffs; to the south, a vast plain of sand, palm trees and salt deposits form the backdrop to the beaches.
Visitors to the Costa Blanca are spoilt for choice, as the destinations are varied and diverse. The Costa Blanca has a resort to suit all tastes. From the most lively and cosmopolitan resorts such as Alicante itself, or Benidorm, to those that still retain their rural air by the sea, such as Gandia, Moraira...
The region has also been of strategic importance to many settlers, including the Phoenicians, Greeks, Romans, Visigoths, Carthaginians and Moors. Each civilisation living a mark of its identity on the land. The most obvious is probably the influence of Roman and Moorish occupations, which are still present today in the villages, monuments and cultural attractions of the Costa Blanca.
Natural environment
To the north, a curtain of mountains runs parallel to the sea, sometimes descending to form cliffs; to the south, a vast plain of sand, palm trees and salt deposits form the backdrop to the beaches.