The Greenwich meridian crosses the eastern part of the country with the majority of its territory lying to the west of this line. In cities, fast and convenient bus networks connect all suburbs. Eurailpass is accepted. The cities of Madrid and Barcelona have underground rail systems. History Spain, which is Europe's third biggest country, is a constitutional monarchy.
Many people working in hotels, shops and restaurants speak English.
Population Approx 36,000,000. The population of Madrid is 3.5 million. Religion Predominantly Roman Catholic. Spanish leather goods make good buys, particularly suede coats and jackets and high quality shoes.