Iberia is a geographic region that encompasses the countries of Spain and Portugal. It is located in southwestern Europe and is bordered by the Atlantic Ocean to the west and south, and by France and Andorra to the north. Historically, IBERIA has been a cultural crossroads, with influences from the Celts, Romans, Visigoths, and Moors. Today, Spain and Portugal are two distinct countries, but they share many similarities in language, culture, and cuisine.