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Social life in Spain is very important. Family and friends are vitally important
to most Spaniards. Spaniards normally act and speak in an informal and
spontaneous manner during social interactions and physical contact is frequent
with greeting, kisses and embraces that may take those who are visiting Spain
for the first time by surprise. Similarly, the Spanish habit of interrupting one
another is not considered bad manners in Spain, but part of spontaneous
communication.
The normal time for lunch is 13:30 to 15:30 and the normal time for dinner is
21:00 to 23:00, quite a lot later than is normal in the rest of Europe. It is
common to go out to dinner with friends, especially at weekends.
Spanish nightlife is legendary and one of Spain’s greatest attractions.
Bars and discothèques stay open throughout the night. The hospitality sector is
one of the most vibrant sectors of the Spanish economy.
Although great changes have taken place in recent years, the family is still
at the heart of personal relations and is very important. Maintaining ties of
friendship is also very important.
There is a great variety of popular festivals, some of international renown,
which are normally related to religious traditions.
Shopping is another very popular activity. The shop opening hours are usually
from 10:00 in the morning to 20:00 in the evening. The opening hours are usually
longer in shopping centres.
Last edited: 02/08
Source: European Union
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