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The Spanish, in broad terms, refers to the people of Spain and the Spanish language. It also denotes the cultural traditions linked to Spain and its communities.
Spain's population is about 47 million. Spanish, or Castilian, is the national language, with co-official regional
The language originated from Vulgar Latin in the Iberian Peninsula, with influences from pre-Roman languages, Visigothic,
History: The modern Spanish state formed in the late 15th century with the union of Castile and
Culture: Spanish literature, painting, architecture, and music have global influence. Notable figures include Cervantes, Velázquez, and