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"The first country of Europe" - after the Galician Kingdom was established in 411AD - has a very distinctive character, and She probably is one of the lesser known European nations.

Galicia (Galiza) has a strong Celtic background, although Roman, Germanic and other influences may also be felt. Galicia is, for instance, the cradle of modern Portuguese language. Yet, Galicia is unique in Herself, and has a vibrant culture, folklore and traditions.

At present, the stateless nation of Galicia is an autonomous territory within the framework of the Spanish State. Galicia is a member of the European Union (through Spanish representation).

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This document is based on a leaflet originally compiled for the Irish Centre for Galician Studies (University College Cork).

In order to properly view the original leaflet please install the "Galician fonts" and then proceed to download the document itself.

For an in-depth analysis of Galicia's role in the Spanish State and further political, administrative and territorial issues check "The administrative and territorial structure of the Spanish State. Galicia within its framework". This is chapter three of Paredes, X.M. (2004, revised in 2007) Territorial management and planning in Galicia: From its origins to end of Fraga administration, 1950s - 2004 - MPhil Thesis, Dept. of Geography, University College Cork, Ireland

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