Weird Laws from Spain

Explore 2 verified weird and obscure laws from Spain, each fact-checked and sourced.

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Spain Protected Kids From Violent TV — But Bullfighting Kept Getting a Pass

Spain's audiovisual laws restrict violent content during children's viewing hours, yet bullfighting — legally shielded as 'intangible cultural heritage' — has repeatedly been exempted from child-protection measures, including being restored to prime-time state TV over child welfare objections.

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Partially True

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Building sandcastles can get you fined in Spain and Italy

TRUE! Various Spanish and Italian beach towns have banned or restricted sandcastle building, with fines ranging from €150 to €1,500.

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Confirmed True

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