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CantabriaHistorical region, autonomous community (pop., 2001: 535,131), and province, northern Spain. It borders the Bay of Biscay and covers an area of 2,054 sq mi (5,321 sq km); its coastal hills rise gradually into the Cantabrian Mountains. Its capital is Santander. The Cantabri, an Iberian tribe, dominated the region until 19 BC, when they were subdued by the Romans. Because of its isolation, the area was little affected by the Iberian Moorish invasions (c. 8th–11th centuries). In the Middle Ages, Cantabria came under Castilian influence. The region itself was formerly known as Santander, and much of its population is centred on the city of the same name. Mining is an important part of the economy. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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First, Torrelavega is located in a rainy area (the Cantabric coast) with about 1,000 liters/[m. nbsp;of Spain, bordered by the Cantabric Sea and France to the north; Madrid is located in the center of Spain (415 km from San Sebastian); and Vitoria (in Alava Province) is located in the north of Spain (110 km from San Sebastian). |
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