Spain
By: Aabha Vyas P.6 May 14th, 2015
Climate/Weather
The Meseta and other inland regions of Spain have dry, sunny weather throughout the year. The regions that make up most of Spain, have scorching summers and chilly winters. Droughts, broken by occasional rainstorms, are quite common. For most of the winter the Meseta is covered by snow. On the coast and islands, mild winters and dry, hot summers occur. The pleasant summers attract many tourists, and summer is the best time to visit Spain. Winds from the Atlantic bring mild, wet weather to the Northern Mountains, which has Spain's heaviest precipitation. Temperatures between May and July range from 68-89 degrees Fahrenheit. In the winter the temperature drops down to about 48 degrees Fahrenheit.
Culture
Ibiza
Running with the Bulls
Plaza de España
This cultural meeting place in Seville is a unique sight in Spain. The contemporary and Renaissance styled architecture was built by Anibal Gonzalez. It was built specifically for the Ibro-American Exhibition of 1929 held in Seville. The Plaza has been used for scenery for several movies including Star Wars Episode II.
Culture Video
Spanish Paella
Recipe:
Directions
- In a medium bowl, mix together 2 tablespoons olive oil, paprika, oregano, and salt and pepper. Stir in chicken pieces to coat. Cover, and refrigerate.
- Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet or paella pan over medium heat. Stir in garlic, red pepper flakes, and rice. Cook, stirring, to coat rice with oil, about 3 minutes. Stir in saffron threads, bay leaf, parsley, chicken stock, and lemon zest. Bring to a boil, cover, and reduce heat to medium low. Simmer 20 minutes.
- Meanwhile, heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a separate skillet over medium heat. Stir in marinated chicken and onion; cook 5 minutes. Stir in bell pepper and sausage; cook 5 minutes. Stir in shrimp; cook, turning the shrimp, until both sides are pink.
- Spread rice mixture onto a serving tray. Top with meat and seafood mixture.
Current Information
Currency/Exports/Economy
Government
Traveling to Spain!
Hilton Madrid Airport
Getting around
Madrid's Museo Taurino (Bullfighting Museum)
Retiro Park
Soak up the sun here!
Plaza Mayor
Cost: FREE
Plaza de Espana
Cost: FREE
Mallorica's beaches
Cost: FREE
Party in Ibiza for one night
Cost: Free
Hotel Bed
Cost: Free
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