wonders of Rota Spain
... 017 September 27, 2003 The Wonders of Rota, Spain An unusual, exotic, and peaceful place, Rota lies on the southwestern coast of Spain. ... Rota is one of the best keep secret throughout Europe. ... In the summer of 1990, my father was transferred to the Naval Air Station in Rota, Spain. ... This type of house, with its marble floor, tile, and masonry construction, is very common throughout Spain. A typical day in Rota would be like this. ... For example, in Rota there is a little jewelry store in the downtown area. ... The religious culture in Spain is different than the United States. ... In Spain, Christmas is not celebrated with gift giving; instead they celebrate Three Kings Day on January 3rd. ... The children were very safe in Rota, parents did not fear someone kidnapping or abusing their child. ... A lot of the beauty of Rota is in the simple ways families lived. Rota’s history dates back prior to the 12th century when it was under constant attack. ... In the13th century, King Alfonzo X gave Rota its name after the conquest of the village. ... Rota, without a doubt, has one of the richest histories in all of Spain. Spain has its beauty wrapped in its culture.