The second biggest country in the EU after France, Spain is a beautifully diverse nation, brimming with culture and tradition. Located on the Iberian Peninsula, Spain is bordered by Portugal and France, the rest of the country is surrounded by the Mediterranean, the Cantabrian Sea, and the Atlantic Ocean. These varied surroundings play a part in creating the vibrant mix of cultures we see in Spain today; the rest of this cultural mix is down to Spain’s intriguing history. 

Spain is made up of several autonomous regions, which have had their own language, culture, traditions, and social structures throughout history. Many of these maintain a strong presence in today’s population, which creates a fascinating cultural mix throughout the country, leaving a lot to be discovered when relocating here. These autonomous regions include Galicia in the northwest, Catalonia in the northeast, Andalusia in the south, and the Basque Country, located on the border between Spain and France. 

Spain’s diversity goes beyond its culture; it also has several different climates and landscapes, including thousands of kilometers of coastline, beautiful mountains, and an abundance of enchanting towns and cities to explore. These attractions bring people from all over the world to settle in Spain for its multitude of lifestyle opportunities.