Spain - Statistics
Do more people migrate into or out of Spain?
More migrate into Spain
Is Bulgaria’s population likely increasing or decreasing based on the 2025 birth and death rates?
Likely decreasing
What is the biggest religion in Spain
Catholicism
What are the three main ethnic groups in Bulgaria?
Bulgarians, Turks, and Roma
Bulgaria being part of what Union has made emigration easier?
The European Union
Is the infant mortality rate lower or higher than the EU average?
Lower
Is the birth rate in Bulgaria higher or lower than the EU average?
Higher
What is the second most spoken language in Spain?
Catalan
Besides Christianity and Islam, what are some other religious affiliations or beliefs found in Bulgaria?
Some Bulgarians are Protestants, Catholics, or do not follow any religion
What prominent group of people in Bulgaria faces severe amount of discrimination?
The Romani people
Is the poverty rate in Spain lower or higher than the EU average?
Higher
Which sectors have the biggest gender pay gap in Bulgaria?
The gap is largest in finance, culture, and healthcare
Name an isolated language spoken in the northern parts of Spain
The Basque language
How is the Bulgarian language similar to other Eastern European Slavic languages, and which ones are closely related?
Bulgarian is closely related to Serbo-Croatian, Slovene, and Macedonian. They all have similar alphabets and pronunciation. However, Bulgarian is used throughout the whole country, while the others are more regional in their use in different countries.
From which country are most immigrants living in Spain?
Morocco
Is Spain more or less corrupt than the EU average?
More
What might be some social or economic reasons why 1.7 million Bulgarians are living abroad, despite Bulgaria having foreign-born residents as well?
Possible reasons include better job opportunities, higher wages, improved living standards, and more stable economies abroad. Some may also leave due to issues like corruption, low minimum wage, or lack of career development in Bulgaria.
Around when do people in Spain host many festivities and parades for a week?
During the Holy Week
What is the cultural significance of the Lazaruvane tradition, and when is it celebrated?
Lazaruvane celebrates the coming of spring and symbolizes the transition of a girl into womanhood. It takes place on the Saturday one week before Easter.
What bubble burst in 2008 caused high youth unemployment?
The housing bubble
Is the average difference income between men and women bigger or smaller in Spain than the EU average
Smaller
How might the combination of a low minimum wage, wealth inequality, high corruption perception, and persistent gender pay gaps impact Bulgaria’s long-term social and economic development?
These issues can lead to reduced social mobility, increased poverty, and brain drain (young, skilled workers leaving the country). They may also weaken public trust in institutions, discourage foreign investment, and slow down economic growth and equality over time.
Name a holiday in Spain that is for remembrance in honor of deceased family or friends and is celebrated on the first of November
All saints day
Compare the purposes of the Lazaruvane and Kukeri traditions. What do these traditions reflect about Bulgarian culture and its relationship to nature and community?
Both traditions reflect a deep connection to nature and spiritual life. Lazaruvane focuses on life cycles and personal transformation, while Kukeri is about community purification and protection from evil. Together, they show that Bulgarian culture values rituals for change, seasonal renewal, and collective well-being.
Which Spanish islands has experienced an overwhelmingly large amount of immigrants?
The Canary Islands