Foreign Population and Demographics in Spain: An Analysis
Foreign Population in Spanish Provinces
Location of Foreign Population
The map depicts the location of the foreign population in the Spanish provinces.
Questions and Answers
a) Which provinces are home to more than 20,000 foreigners?
The following provinces are home to more than 20,000 foreigners: Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Navarra, Zaragoza, Lleida, Barcelona, Tarragona, Girona, Castellón, Valencia, Alicante, Mallorca, Murcia, Almería, Málaga, and Madrid.
b) Outline territorial
Read More19th Century Spain: Society, Economy, and Industrialization
1. Spanish Population in the 19th Century
1.1 Population Growth
Spain’s population grew from 11.5 million in 1797 to 18.5 million in 1900. This was due to declining mortality rates and sustained fertility. Increased agricultural production and improved diets contributed to lower mortality, along with advancements in hygiene and medicine. However, mortality remained higher in Spain compared to the rest of Europe.
1.2 Migration
Initially, migrants moved to cities like Madrid, Barcelona, and Vizcaya due
Read MoreUnderstanding Spain’s Economy and Environmental Impact
1. What is the economy?
The economy manages existing resources to satisfy the needs of individuals and human groups. The word derives from Greek: oikos (house) and nomos (administration) -> oikos-nomia (household management).
2. What is a Parcel?
A parcel is a basic unit of land. Parcels vary in size: small (-1 hectare), medium (between 1 and 10 hectares), and large (+10 hectares). Their shapes can be regular (defined geometric shapes) or irregular (undefined geometric shapes). Parcels can be divided
Read MoreInternal Migration in Spain: Trends and Impacts
Internal Migration in Spain
Introduction
Migration is the movement of people in space. We distinguish between emigration, or the departure of the population from their place of origin, and immigration, the arrival of a population at a destination. Net migration is the balance between immigration and emigration. If positive, it indicates immigration; if negative, it indicates emigration. In Spain, internal and external migrations have been decisive events that continue to shape the current characteristics
Read MoreThe Urban Network in Spain: Size, Functions, and Hierarchy of Cities
The Urban Network in Spain
1. City Size and Distribution
City size, based on population, determines the urban hierarchy. The rank-size rule helps understand this relationship. In Spain, seven metropolitan areas exceed half a million inhabitants:
- Madrid: The largest metropolitan area, ranking first in the system.
- Barcelona: Significantly larger than the typical second city in a national system.
- Valencia: The third largest, marking a notable size difference after Barcelona.
- Seville, Bilbao, Malaga, and
Rural Areas and Agricultural Activities in Spain
1. Characteristics of Rural Areas
1.1 Physical and Human Factors
Rural areas, traditionally focused on agriculture, livestock, and forestry, have diversified to include recreational, industrial, and service sectors. Their characteristics are shaped by physical and human factors.
1.1.1 The Natural Environment
While technology has mitigated some limitations, traditional farming remains influenced by:
- Relief: Spain’s high altitude and rugged terrain hinder mechanization.
- Climate: Low and unpredictable rainfall,