Spain Spring

For millennia, Spain has stood at the crossroads of cultures and civilizations. Basques, Romans, Visigoths, Arabs, Jews, and many other peoples have left their mark on the Iberian Peninsula. Although five centuries of nation-building have repeatedly sought to forge its diverse ethnic and linguistic communities into a single national identity, Spain remains a fascinating mosaic of distinct cultures, traditions, and identities.

Participants in this program will experience this extraordinary heritage firsthand. For example, they will wander the medieval streets of Toledo, marvel at the soaring arches of Córdoba’s Mosque-Cathedral, trace the route of Pamplona’s famous running of the bulls, and stand beneath Segovia’s magnificent Roman aqueduct. They will encounter masterpieces by Velázquez, Goya, Picasso, and Dalí and discover the landscapes and cities that shaped the imaginations of some of the world’s most celebrated writers, such as Cervantes, Lope de Vega, and Santa Teresa de Jesús.

The Spain program is based in Alcalá de Henares, a UNESCO World Heritage city just outside Madrid. Home to a historic university and the birthplace of Miguel de Cervantes, Alcalá offers students a safe, welcoming, and culturally rich environment in which to experience daily life in Spain. Alcalá’s location also provides easy access to Madrid and its remarkable landmarks, including the Prado Museum, Retiro Park, and the Puerta del Sol.

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