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What are the Autonomous Communities of Spain?

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Question: What are the Autonomous Communities of Spain?
Answer: These are the autonomous communities in Spain: There are 16 autonomous communities in Spain and two autonomous cities. Fourteen of the autonomous communities and two are groups of islands.

The autonomous communities on mainland Spain are:

The islands that make up Spain are:

  • Balearic Islands
  • Canary Islands
The two autonomous cities, both of which in north Africa, are:
  • Ceuta
  • Melilla

Take a look at the flags of these regions: Flags of Spain

Read more about Cities and Regions of Spain

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