Towns built on a series of hills often have places where you can get an expansive view. One theme of such a view in Spain is the common use of half-round tiles for roofs. Our home in Mesa, Arizona had just such a roof and the advantage was that absent a structural problem such as dry rot on a supporting beam, the roof was almost permanent. Americans have a tradition of wood or asphalt shingles both of which are flammable to some extent. Tile roofs are completely fireproof. Both shingles and tile are only as good as their underlayment, the real roof. From my experience, shingle roofs are common because they are relatively easy to install. Tile roofs take more time and skill but last indefinitely. I guess I would prefer tile roofs if I had a choice. Snow is also a factor. Tile is definitely warm climate.
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