Tag: Curiosities of Spain
Why do Spaniards have two surnames?
The use of two surnames is mandatory in Spain and in almost all Spanish-speaking countries and they are always preserved. Spaniards have two surnames on their passports and are identified with them from birth and for life. The use of both…
Christmas Living Nativity Scene and more
A Living Nativity scene is the same as a nativity scene portal but with people representing the birth of Jesus and the daily tasks of that time. A nativity scene portal, also called a birth or manger, is a representation of…
The Basque language, beautiful and enigmatic
Euskera, Basque in Spanish, is a unique, living and different language, of ancestral beauty. This enigmatic language is not related to any other known language, so its origin remains an enigma. It is currently spoken in the north of Spain, Navarra…
Happy New Year with 12 grapes
Happy New Year with 12 grapes Happy New Year with 12 grapes is the way to celebrate the beginning of a new year in Spain after the chimes. Go ahead and join the fun. Happy New Year! New Year’s Eve is…
Spanish Christmas lottery
The Christmas Lottery is one of the most anticipated Spanish Christmas traditions of the year and is held every December 22. This is the popular name of the Extraordinary Christmas Draw, and it is the most important and popular lottery draw…
The Spanish Siesta: Tradition and the Cultural Nuances
The concept of the Spanish siesta has permeated global perceptions of Spanish culture, often conjuring images of sun-drenched landscapes, quiet afternoons, and a collective pause in the day’s activities. The siesta, a brief midday rest, has become a symbol of Spain,…
