spanish culture
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Spanish CultureMiss Maricarmen
ClothingModern,
conservative, stylishGirls wear trousersBoys are into
designer wearDenim is “in”Short skirts and
swim-wear are frowned upon
FoodCheap, substantial
meals as opposed to gourmet
TapasSerrano HamFish delicacies
(Paella)Continental
breakfast, light lunch, late evening meal
Money Matters
Most major credit cards are accepted
Most places have ATMs that allow you to withdraw cash with your card
1 US Dollar = .77 Euro
ConformitiesGreetings consist of
a handshake and a kiss on both cheeks
Spanish men maintain longer eye contact with females
Life is slow pacedLife begins when the
sun goes down
Siesta To fully enjoy a siesta it is very
important to have a good lunch with friends or/and relatives.
The real siesta takes place in bed and in pyjamas, but a suitable sofa is also meant if a bed is not available
Timing is very important. A siesta should last between 15-30 minutes not more.
Don't let anything disturb you. Siesta is quite a serious activity. Some people can't enjoy a siesta without tv or radio. If these kind of things help you to fall asleep, use them.
The best way to wake-up from a siesta is a delicate human voice. If you don't have anybody near, remember to use an alarm clock.
Nightlife
Evenings start with el paseoSpanish life is lived in the streetsStreet cafes and barsNightclubs are the main attraction for
teenagers
Fiestas and Traditions
Each town has their own celebrations
Celebrate national holidays such as Christmas, Easter, All Saint’s Day, ect.
Majority of festivities are religious based
Bullfighting
The National Sport of Spain
711 AD24,000 bulls are
killed each year
FlamencoThe Great Spanish TraditionCante: the songBaile: the danceGuitarra: guitar playingProduct of the Gypsies
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