Spanish Culture

PRESENTED BY R.SUJANA(06) M.SRI LAKSHMI(05) K.USHA RANI(03)

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Etiquette & Customs in Spain Meeting Etiquette

-When introduced expect to shake hands. -Once a relationship is established, men may embrace and pat each other on the shoulder. -Female friends kiss each other on both cheeks, starting with the left. -Women are often referred to as Don or Dona and their first name when in formal occasion as a general rule. -Many men use a two-handed shake where the left hand is placed on the right forearm of the other person.

Dining Etiquette

If invited to a Spaniard's home, you can bring chocolates, pastries, or cakes; wine, liqueur, or brandy; or flowers to the hostess. If you know your hosts have children, they may be included in the evening, so a small gift for them is always appreciated.

Clothing
Modern, conservative, stylish Girls wear trousers Boys are into designer wear Denim is in Short skirts and swimwear are famous.

Food
Cheap, substantial meals Tapas Serrano Ham Fish delicacies (Paella) Continental breakfast, light lunch, late evening meal

Paella
Spains signature dish 1st prepared in Valencia Each region has own recipe Named after two-handled metal pan in which it was cooked and served Ingredients may include: chicken, red peppers, shellfish, peas, snails, sausage, tomatoes Served over saffron flavored rice

Christmas and Easter

Christmas Foods: Roasted Chestnuts Pastel de navidad Individual walnut and raisin pies Easter Foods: Causerras Orange flavored doughnuts

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

Conformities
Greetings consist of a handshake and a kiss on both cheeks Spanish men maintain longer eye contact with females Life is slow paced Life begins when the sun goes down

Nightlife

Spanish life is lived in the streets Street cafes and bars Nightclubs are the main attraction for teenagers

Fiestas and Traditions

Each town has their own celebrations Celebrate national holidays such as Christmas, Easter, All Saints Day, ect. Majority of festivities are religious based

Bullfighting

The National Sport of Spain 711 AD 24,000 bulls are killed each year

Flamenco
The Great Spanish Tradition Cante: the song Baile: the dance Guitarra: guitar playing Product of the Travelers

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