Category Archives: Granada

written by William Perkins & Henry Owen, posted by Henry Owen due to IT difficulties Toledo was named a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1986 thanks to the important roles it held for the many different empires and kingdoms it … Continue reading →

Founded in the 14th century by the Nasrid King Yusuf I, Madrasah, a name which means Koranic school or university in the Arabic language, was the first University of Al-Andalus, built to teach theology, law, medicine, astronomy, logic, mathematics and … Continue reading →

Granada’s art scene allows visitors to immerse themselves in centuries of history and culture, as seen through its galleries and street murals. You can find beautiful artwork in galleries like the Museo de Bellas Artes de Granada or on the … Continue reading →

Barcelona serves as the capital of the autonomous community of Catalonia. Reflecting this regional tie is the fact that Barcelona is home to two languages: Catalan and Spanish. Travelers to Spain are certainly aware of the usage of Spanish, but … Continue reading →

Granada offers a wide variety of sports to watch and play, such as football, skiing, and cycling. Local facilities, clubs, and the university encourage participation amongst the community, making Granada a popular place for both professional and recreational sports.  Football … Continue reading →

There are many famous buildings in Toledo with amazing histories. These buildings’ rich histories are both interesting and educational, perfect for the students to enjoy and learn from! Mosque of Cristo de la Luz The first famous building is the … Continue reading →

Marzipan Toledo’s culinary scene is likely most well-known for its marzipan! Marzipan is a dessert made with sugar or honey, egg whites and almond meal, and is used as the base for a dessert, as a filling, or as a … Continue reading →

The Beginning of Segovia: Originally, Segovia was under Iberian settlement until about 700 BCE. The Roman empire took over Segovia in 80 BCE. The Moors had claim over Segovia until the Christian king, Alfonso IV restored order and took the … Continue reading →

Architectural Structures of Segovia: The most well known structure is the Segovian Aqueduct. Not only will you be able to see such a historically beautiful piece, but you may be able to try some of the spring water that it … Continue reading →

Architectural Structures of Segovia: Trying to find a beautiful and historic town? Segovia is just the right place to find all kinds of significant and historical architectural buildings. The most well known structure is the Segovian Aqueduct. Not only will … Continue reading →