The Naval Base of Rota, in the Spanish province of Cádiz, is considered One of the most desired destinations by American sailors. The US Navy has a specific section on its website to explain to its staff what life is like in Spain, highlighting the rich history, culture, art and a unique gastronomy. “Once you put a foot in Spain, you will realize that you are in a special place,” says the website of the Maritime Naval Systems Command (Navsea), which also highlights the festivals and sunset of the country.
In the cultural section, the Navsea mentions that Spain has been a cultural center of Europe for centuries, highlighting elements such as The tapas, flamenco, bullfights And, of course, the traditional Spanish parties. They also make special mention to the famous siesta, which defend and consider unfairly criticized.
The website emphasizes that Spain is a unique mixture of the old and the new, from bullfights to Muslim palaces, through worldwide recognized art and whitewashed peoples, which combine with a sunny climate and a relaxed lifestyle. “The country’s charm resides especially in its people and its unique lifestyle“, they point out, referring to the music of flamenco in Seville and traditional dance such as La Sardana in Barcelona.
As for gastronomy, the US Navy highlights that customs in food schedules are very different. In Spain, Lunch begins around 2:00 p.m. and can last until 4:00 p.m.and restaurants do not open for dinner until 20:00. In addition, on weekends and in the summer months, restaurants usually remain full until midnight, especially in outdoor areas.
