Andalusia is a region of Spain known for flamenco, good food, siesta and sun. The Mediterranean climate is conducive to studying in a relaxed rhythm, without unnecessary stress, rush and breaks, contemplating art and the local nature. The Spanish language school, which was attended by a group of twenty students of VILO, is called “La playa” and, as the name suggests,
located right on the beach. Each student, as soon as they get tired of studying, looking up from the book, will encounter the soothing blue of the Mediterranean Sea. The promise of spending an afternoon at the beach will be tempting, while also encouraging you to complete the ser and estar exercises, which will suddenly stop being so scary.
The food, prepared especially for us in a nearby chiringuito, tastes delicious, although not everyone loves jamón serrano or vegetable salad. The waiter serves us with great attention, and the chef checks whether everything suits us. Always smiling and polite, they wait for us with lunch and dinner at a long table, set especially for us, at which we feast, just like real Spaniards. An additional attraction during meals is that
that everyone can test their skills by ordering dishes and drinks in Spanish.
We not only learn, eat and rest, but also visit. Malaga is a port city with huge ships that we admire every day. The Betitz Mountains on one side, the Mediterranean Sea on the other, and the Alcazaba and the Gibralfaro Castle rise above the city. We contemplate a landscape bathed in sunlight. At the foot of the castle we find the ruins of the Roman Theater. We walk the streets discovering squares, churches and museums. One thing was of particular interest to us.
It was in this city that the famous painter Pablo Picasso was born. We watch his works collected
in a beautiful typical Andalusian house with patio. We also enter a huge cathedral where a choir concert is currently underway. Delighted with what we hear and see, we stay there for a long time. After the spiritual digestion, it’s time for a meal. We eat dinner in a typical tapas bar.
The highlight of the program is a visit to Granada and a visit to the famous Alhambra, a stronghold of the Moorish caliphs. This extraordinary building and its history captivate us. We breathe the atmosphere of this enchanted place and take thousands of photos.
We also visit the town of Rincón de la Victoria, where the Cueva del Tesoro Cave of Treasures is located. It is the only known cave in Europe (and one of three in the world) that was entirely created under water. We get there on foot, along the seaside promenade in full sun.
At the end of the course, we receive diplomas confirming the improvement of the Spanish language. Our Spanish teachers send kind words to us and give us lots of compliments regarding our commitment in the lessons, interest in the topics covered and the rapid pace of learning. It remains to believe that we will also be appreciated after our return
The trip took place on September 29 – October 6, 2018 and will stay for a long time
in our memories
Edyta Buksa, Julia Stolarska, Ewa Łapińska, Katarzyna Bukowska, Anna Cieśla, Natalia Styczeń, Liwia Kapelko, Antonii Szkółka, Zuzanna Ślęzok, Michał Rutkowski, Olaf Krejcza, Jan Porębski, Olga Jeleń, Maria Półtorak, Damian Pelc, Szymon Mazgaj, Iwo Kwieciński , Aleksandra Kowalska, Natalia Czyszczoń, Kornelia Susz and Anna Kwiecińska – Chmiel and Małgorzata Dorosz
