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Interesting Facts About Spain: Shared Islands, Columbus's Remains, and Time Zones
TLDR Spain and France share the island of Pheasant Island, with each country having control for six months of the year. The location of Christopher Columbus's remains is uncertain, with theories suggesting they could be in Seville or Santo Domingo. Spain is in the same time zone as Germany and Poland due to a time adjustment made by Franco during World War II.
Timestamped Summary
00:00
This episode is a collection of interesting snippets about Spain, including its attractions and why it is a popular tourist destination.
01:22
The border between France and Spain is mostly set and goes through the Pyrenees Mountains, but there is an exception with the Biodosa River serving as the border for about 10 kilometers, including an island called Pheasant Island, which is divided between the two countries.
02:40
Pheasant Island is shared by France and Spain, with each country having control of the island for six months of the year, and the island is slowly eroding from the river.
03:54
Columbus's remains were moved multiple times, from Seville to Santo Domingo to Havana and finally back to Seville, causing confusion and speculation about their authenticity.
05:14
The remains of Christopher Columbus are likely in Seville, but there is a theory that they could also be in Santo Domingo, and until the DNA in Santo Domingo can be tested, it is uncertain.
06:29
Spain is in the same time zone as Germany and Poland because Franco adjusted the time zone during World War II to align with the rest of Europe, and the tradition of the siesta also contributes to the later workday hours.
07:36
Restaurants in Spain open early in tourist areas, but in non-tourist areas, be prepared to eat later and stores may be closed between 2 and 4.
