Clues
Use these details to boost your ability to identify specific countries in the game.
Identity & symbols
Language
The official language is Spanish (Castilian), which uses the Latin alphabet. It includes special characters such as 'ñ' and accented vowels (á, é, í, ó, ú).
Culture
Presence of tapas bars, flamenco dance venues, and festivals like La Tomatina or San Fermín; regional variations in architecture and customs.
Miscellaneous
Look for unique features like the Spanish style of balconies, outdoor cafes, and the prevalence of siesta hours.
Capital
Madrid
Environment & landscape
Environment
Diverse landscapes ranging from coastal areas, mountains (e.g., the Pyrenees), plains (e.g., La Mancha), and Mediterranean vegetation.
Infrastructure
Mix of historical architecture (e.g., Gothic cathedrals, Moorish palaces) and modern urban designs; use of colorful tiles in many buildings.
Coverage
True
Foliage
Common tree types include olive trees, cork oaks, and pines. Grasses vary by region but include species like fescue and ryegrass.
Topography
Spain features a diverse topography, including mountainous regions like the Pyrenees and Sierra Nevada, flat plains such as the Meseta Central, and coastal areas.
Roads & transportation
Cars
Vehicle registration plates are white with a blue strip on the left side displaying the EU flag and the country code E, with a combination of letters and numbers.
Driving
Vehicles drive on the right side of the road.
Signs
Road signs typically have a red border for stop signs, blue for information signs, and green for directional signs; many signs are bilingual in Spanish and regional languages.
Stop
Stop signs read 'STOP' in Spain, following the international standard.
Bollards
Bollards in Spain are typically cylindrical and may be painted in bright colors or have reflective surfaces for visibility.
Poles
Utility poles in Spain are often made of wood or concrete and may have multiple cross arms for hanging telephone and electrical wires.