Spain

Spain, officially the Kingdom of Spain, is a country located in Southwestern Europe on the Iberian Peninsula. It borders France and Andorra to the north, Portugal to the west, and has a long coastline on the Mediterranean Sea to the east and south, as well as a small border with Gibraltar. The capital is Madrid, known for its art museums and vibrant nightlife. Spain is famous for its rich cultural history, traditions such as flamenco and bullfighting, and its varied cuisine, including dishes like paella and tapas. The country has diverse geographical and cultural regions, including Catalonia, Andalusia, the Basque Country, and Galicia. Spain is known for its beautiful beaches, historic cities, and varied landscapes, ranging from the Sierra Nevada mountains to the Balearic and Canary Islands. It is a member of the European Union and the euro area. The Spanish economy is one of the largest in Europe, with key sectors including tourism, agriculture, manufacturing, and services. Population of Spain from 2018 to 2020: 2018: Approximately 46.7 million inhabitants. 2019: Approximately 47.0 million inhabitants. 2020: Approximately 47.3 million inhabitants. Capital (Madrid): Population in 2020: About 3.3 million inhabitants. Top 10 cities by number of inhabitants in 2020: (Figures are approximate) Madrid: ~3.3 million Barcelona: ~1.6 million Valencia: ~800,000 Seville: ~690,000 Zaragoza: ~670,000 Malaga: ~570,000 Murcia: ~450,000 Palma: ~410,000 Las Palmas de Gran Canaria: ~380,000 Bilbao: ~350,000 Spain is divided into 17 autonomous communities and 2 autonomous cities: Andalusia Aragon Asturias Balearic Islands Basque Country Canary Islands Cantabria Castile-La Mancha Castile and León Catalonia Extremadura Galicia La Rioja Community of Madrid Region of Murcia Navarre Valencian Community Ceuta (autonomous city) Melilla (autonomous city) GDP in millions of Euros from 2018 to 2020: 2018: About 1,202 billion Euros. 2019: About 1,244 billion Euros. 2020: (Data not available at the time of the last update) Public deficit in millions of Euros from 2018 to 2020: 2018: About -2.5% of GDP. 2019: About -2.8% of GDP. 2020: (Data not available at the time of the last update) % GDP/government debt ratio from 2018 to 2020: 2018: About 97.6%. 2019: About 95.5%. 2020: (Data not available at the time of the last update) Unemployment rate % from 2018 to 2020: 2018: About 15.3%. 2019: About 14.1%. 2020: (Data not available at the time of the last update)