Spain has long been renowned for its diversity and culture. But within Europe it is leading the way in accepting new lifestyles and individual choice, balanced by the underlining sense of community and tradition that is as strong as ever.

The Spanish have driven some significant changes that have begun to reshape the fabric of its society. Spain 's recognition of same sex relationships has forced them to stand out against both political and religious groups who still struggle with these concepts. In deed, for gay and lesbian couples, Spain is now a place of equal recognition.

Not only have the public also recently voted in favour of the European Constitution (the Spanish see this as the only way to bring all the countries together in order to support the poor and suffering) but attitudes towards unmarried partners and families has also improved dramatically. Likewise for unmarried mothers, the chance to be respected and acknowledged by means of rights over the family home and income has changed.

Women are playing a significant role in the reshaping of the peninsula, not only within their traditional role at home but also within the workplace, where women are gaining greater respect in terms of job role and most importantly within the recently appointed government where more women hold key positions.

Even the eldest citizens of the small provincial towns and villages welcome these changes, and considering the difficulties they experienced in earlier years, they admirably accept that every person has their role within the society and the betterment of their proud country.

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