INTRO:
Spanish or Castilian is an Iberian Romance language. Current estimation accounts up to 410 million, making Spanish the most widely spoken Romance language.
HISTORY:
Spanish originated as an obscure dialect in Cantabria region of Spain; from that region, its use gradually spread to the kingdom of Castille, where it became the principal language of government and trade. It was later brought to the Western Hemisphere and other parts of the world in the last five centuries by Spanish explorers, colonists and empire-builders. Spanish is one of six official working languages of the United Nations and one of the most used global languages, along with English. It is spoken on all continents, most extensively in North and South America, Europe, and certain parts of Africa, Asia and Oceania. Within the globalised market, there is currently an international expansion and recognition of the Spanish language in literature, the film industry, television and music.
RESOURCES:
 Spanish Courses in Spain: Check some information about spanish courses in Spain, you might find it usefull.
Instituto Cervantes: Check the main Spanish Institute
Spanish homes: See houses in Spain, check for a nice place to live or search for your home on holidays in Spain.
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