{"id":4365,"date":"2019-06-21T08:56:51","date_gmt":"2019-06-21T08:56:51","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/tla24.thecreativeclinic.website\/?p=4365"},"modified":"2024-10-18T15:21:58","modified_gmt":"2024-10-18T14:21:58","slug":"spain-european-culture","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/the-learning-adventure.10web.cloud\/en-us\/blog\/spain\/spain-european-culture\/","title":{"rendered":"Spain: The Perfect Location to Experience European Culture"},"content":{"rendered":"

<\/span>Spain is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world. However, whilst most know its major must-sees, it has hidden depths that only a seasoned eye can reveal. On our school trips in Spain<\/a>, we\u2019ll show you the side to the country that, usually, only the locals get to see, with local guides and off-the-beaten-track spots.<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Now a monarchy with democracy at the heart of its values, Spain\u2019s more violent and repressive past is still very much present in the country\u2019s art, buildings and political landscape. Dotted with bunkers in many buildings, Spain is still licking its wounds from the Civil War in 1939 and the 70-year-long dictatorship that followed. Modern Spanish culture has also been shaped by more recent political struggles, like the independence movement in Catalu\u00f1a. Back in the medieval period, Arab and Christian conquests have made the south of Spain what it is today \u2013 a hubbub of Moorish and Christian architecture jostling against one another, revealing years of turbulence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/span>Learn about the tradition of bullfighting<\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Bullfighting is rife with controversy, but it holds an integral place in Spanish history and culture. The bull is the symbol of Spain and also of Franco, so it\u2019s not surprising that it stirs up some fierce debates. Discover what it\u2019s all about at a conservation area. See how bulls are raised, and decide for yourself if bullfighting is cruelty or tradition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/span>Hear a political rally by a left-wing, pro-Catalan independence political party member<\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Check the political climate as you hear a CUP party member explain why they believe holding an official referendum on the independence of Catalu\u00f1a from Spain is the right thing to do \u2013 and learn about why many Catalan people do not consider themselves Spanish.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Tapas<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

<\/span>Eat tapas and fresh fish in Malaga<\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Sidestep the tourist traps and eat as the Spanish eat. There\u2019s nothing like barbequing skewered fish in a beachside chiringuito in Malaga. Our other favourites include (of course) tapas, pinxchos, and porra, Malaga\u2019s version of gazpacho. Oh, and if you fancy breathing fire, don\u2019t forget those sizzling, hot and spicy pil-pil prawns.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Alhambra,<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

<\/span>Visit the Alhambra in Granada<\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

A hop, skip and jump away from your base in Malaga is the beautiful city of Granada. You\u2019ll see the past in every nook and cranny here \u2013 Granada\u2019s Moorish influence in the Islamic palace are incredible. The Alhambra is one of the most visited sites in Spain (and you\u2019ll see why!), which means it\u2019s almost impossible to buy tickets individually. Travelling with a group of students means you can take advantage of this once-in-a-lifetime experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Interested in booking one of our school trips to Spain<\/a> or an exciting cultural trip for your students<\/a>? Our itineraries are all customizable and can be tailored to meet your specific educational requirements. Email us at info@thelearningadventure.com<\/a>, or speaking to a member of our specialist team through the chat box to get your own customized school trip.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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