USEFUL INFO

Spain's climatic areas

Due to Spain's geographical situation and orographic conditions, the climate is extremely diverse; discounting the mountain climate, it can be roughly divided into five areas:

* A Continental Mediterranean climate in the inland areas of the Peninsula (largest city, Madrid).
* An Oceanic climate in Galicia and the coastal strip near the Bay of Biscay or (largest city, Bilbao). This area is often called Green Spain.
* A Semiarid climate or arid Mediterranean in the southeast (largest city, Murcia).
* A Mediterranean climate region extends from the Andalusian plain along the southern and eastern coasts up to the Pyrenees, on the seaward side of the mountain ranges that run near the coast. Also in Ceuta and Melilla (largest city, Barcelona). Localized Subtropical climate areas exist in the coasts of Granada and Málaga (Costa Tropical).
* A Subtropical climate in the Canary Islands (largest city, Las Palmas).

THE CIRCUIT

THE CIRCUIT
The first stone of the Circuit de Catalunya was laid on the 24th February 1989, thanks to the drive of the Consortium formed by the Generalitat de Catalunya (The Catalan Government), the Reial Automòbil Club de Catalunya and the Montmeló Town Council.

Prior to this, on the 3rd October 1986, the Catalan Parliament unanimously approved a green paper requesting the Executive Council to "co-ordinate the relevant bodies in order to conduct a study and join forces to create a new permanent racing circuit".

On the 24th February 1989 the Circuit Consortium was established among the Generalitat, the Town Council of Montmeló and the RACC. That very day the first stone was laid at the Circuit de Catalunya.

Five days after the official opening on the 10th September 1991, the Circuit de Catalunya hosted its first official race, the Spanish Touring Car Championship won by an ex-F1 driver, Luis Pérez Sala. On the 29th September 1991, the 35th F1Spanish Grand Prix took place, 16 years after it was held in Catalonia for the last time. The World Motorcycling Championship was to arrive a year later with the European Grand Prix, which was to change its name to the Catalan Grand Prix in 1995

HISTORY & GEO

History

After a long and hard conquest, the Iberian Peninsula became a region of the Roman Empire known as Hispania. During the early Middle Ages it came under Germanic rule but later was conquered by Muslim invaders. Through a very long and fitful process, the Christian kingdoms in the north gradually rolled back Muslim rule, finally extinguishing its last remnant in Granada in 1492, the same year Columbus reached the Americas. A global empire began which saw Spain become the strongest kingdom in Europe and the leading world power in the 16th century and first half of the 17th century. Continued wars and other problems however, eventually led to a diminished status. The French invasion of Spain in the early 19th century led to chaos, triggering independence movements that tore apart most of the empire and left the country politically unstable. In the 20th century it suffered a devastating civil war and came under the rule of an authoritarian government, leading to years of stagnation, but finishing in an impressive economic surge. Democracy was restored in 1978 in the form of a parliamentary constitutional monarchy. In 1986, Spain joined the European Union; experiencing a cultural renaissance and steady economic growth.

Constitution

Main article: Spanish Constitution of 1978

King Juan Carlos I

José Luis Rodríguez Zapatero, President of the Government.

The Spanish Constitution of 1978 is the culmination of the Spanish transition to democracy. The constitutional history of Spain dates back to the constitution of 1812. Impatient with the pace of democratic political reforms in 1976 and 1977, Spain's new King Juan Carlos, known for his formidable personality, dismissed Carlos Arias Navarro and appointed the reformer Adolfo Suárez as President of the Government.[43][44] The resulting general election in 1977 convened the Constituent Cortes (the Spanish Parliament, in its capacity as a constitutional assembly) for the purpose of drafting and approving the constitution of 1978 [45]. After a national a referendum on 6 December 1978, 88% of voters approved of the new constitution.

As a result, Spain is now composed of 17 autonomous communities and two autonomous cities with varying degrees of autonomy thanks to its Constitution, which nevertheless explicitly states the indivisible unity of the Spanish nation as well as that Spain has today no official religion but all are free to practice and believe as they wish.

Branches of government

Spain is a constitutional monarchy, with a hereditary monarch and a bicameral parliament, the Cortes Generales. The executive branch consists of a Council of Ministers presided over by the President of Government (comparable to a prime minister), nominated and appointed by the monarch and confirmed by the Congress of Deputies following legislative elections. By political custom established by King Juan Carlos since the ratification of the 1978 Constitution, the king's nominees have all been from parties who maintain a plurality of seats in the Congress.

The legislative branch is made up of the Congress of Deputies (Congreso de los Diputados) with 350 members, elected by popular vote on block lists by proportional representation to serve four-year terms, and a Senate (Senado) with 259 seats of which 208 are directly elected by popular vote and the other 51 appointed by the regional legislatures to also serve four-year terms.

PRICES

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HOTEL

HOTEL CIUTAT GRANOLLERS ****

LOCATION:
From its hilltop location the Hotel Ciutat de Granollers enjoys tranquil views of the Vallés Oriental district, and yet is just 10 minutes on foot from the historic town centre of Granollers. Strategically positioned at 5 km from the Circuit de Catalunya, it’s been recently refurbished. This spacious establishment is decorated in warm colours with cosy furnishings.

ROOMS ARE EQUIPPED WITH:
Air conditioning
Direct telephone
Satellite TV
Minibar
Wi-fi

DISTANCE FROM THE CIRCUIT: 5 kms / 10 minutes

GRANOLLERS HOTEL ***

LOCATION:
In a single, modern, purpose built building situated close to the major roads in and out of Granollers including the AP-7, it is very close to the Catalonia Circuit and the Olympic Handball Pavilion. With 72 comfortable rooms all with an en suite and air conditioning as well as wi-fi, satellite TV, telephone, mini bar and background music. Secure parking inside and outside and two quality restaurants. Restaurant La Piranya specialises in fish and shellfish, and Restaurant Gran Olla is a buffet offering fresh local produce in season.

ROOMS ARE EQUIPPED WITH:
Air conditioning
Direct telephone
Satellite TV
Minibar
Wi-fi

DISTANCE FROM THE CIRCUIT: 3 kms / 7 minutes

IRIS HOTEL ***

LOCATION:
The Iris was once a little familiar hostel, but now it is a 3 star hotel where the familiar atmosphere and personal guest service still endures. It offers 53 soundproofed and air-conditioned rooms, provided with a big desk and a fully equipped bathroom. The circuit is only 10 minutes far from the hotel.

ROOMS ARE EQUIPPED WITH:
Air conditioning
Direct telephone
Satellite TV
Minibar
Safe
Hairdryer
Free high-speed connection to internet

DISTANCE FROM THE CIRCUIT: 6 kms / 10 minutes

HOTEL SERHS CAMPUS ***

LOCATION:
Modern hotel located on the campus of the autonomous University of Barcelona, just 25 mins from the centre of Barcelona and 30 mins from Barcelona airport.

ROOMS ARE EQUIPPED WITH:
Private bathroom
Direct telephone
Satellite TV
Minibar
Safe

RESTAURANTS
The hotel has 2 restaurants: in the Arc’s you can find a-la-carte menu and in El Sirius full menu service.

DISTANCE FROM THE CIRCUIT: 20 minutes

HOTEL SIDORME BARCELONA - MOLLET **

LOCATION:
Hotel with a modern, clean and functional design. Located in the centre of the business and industrial area of Vallès Oriental, very near the CIM Vallès Industrial Park. It has 82 comfortable and modern rooms, with en suite bathrooms equipped with spacious showers, double bed with cushioned base, LCD flat screen television and a large work desk. It offers free high-speed Wi-fi connection in all the hotel areas and parking facilities at no extra charge.

ROOMS ARE EQUIPPED WITH:
Private bathroom
Direct telephone
Satellite TV
Minibar

DISTANCE FROM THE CIRCUIT: 6 kms / 8 minutes

HOTEL SIDORME BARCELONA - GRANOLLERS **

LOCATION:
Located in the commercial and industrial area of Ramasar, 10Km from the “Circuit de Catalunya” racing track. It has 96 comfortable and modern rooms, with en suite bathrooms equipped with spacious showers, double bed with cushioned base, LCD flat screen television and a large work desk. It offers free high-speed Wi-fi connection in all the hotel areas, parking facilities at no extra charge and a play corner for the little ones.

ROOMS ARE EQUIPPED WITH:
Private bathroom
Direct telephone
Satellite TV
Minibar

DISTANCE FROM THE CIRCUIT: 10 kms / 12 minutes