One of the most well-known features of the Spanish living is siesta.
It is a habit that is quite unique and important for the Spain flag.
Siesta is an empty time during the late afternoon in Spain wherein everything closes down, most probably so folks could take a nap.
Siesta has two periods in Spain - for restaurants (around 2 pm till 5 pm) and for businesses and shops (around 4 pm till 8 pm or 9 pm).
The main explanation for siesta is that since it is hot in Spain, labourers in the fields could hide from the heat.
Following their nap, they will feel invigorated and will work till very late after sundown.
People who work in the office do not really experience the heat because they have air conditioning but they still take their siesta.
That is because they enjoy having long lunch.
They go home because their moms would prepare a big lunch for the entire family.
Lunch may go on for two hours and having a relaxation prior to returning for work is vital.
One more reason for siesta in Spain is not greatly because of necessity but because they just want it - they love to take a rest a bit during lunch.
It helps them to hang about until later after sundown sans weakening.
Actually, you would hardly ever hear a Spanish person declaring that they would have an early night.
Then if they have had a truly late night, a siesta could truly be appreciated.