Spain

Definition

Spain is a country located on the Iberian Peninsula in southwestern Europe. It's known for its diverse culture and history that spans centuries with influences from various civilizations such as Romans and Moors.

Related terms

Iberian Peninsula: A geographic area in Southwest Europe, primarily occupied by Spain and Portugal.

Reconquista: The period in the history of the Iberian Peninsula, from the Islamic conquest in the 8th century to the fall of Granada in 1492, during which Christian kingdoms gradually recaptured territory from Muslim rule.

Moors: The Muslim inhabitants of the Maghreb, Sicily, Sardinia, Corsica, and Malta during the Middle Ages.