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Summer Spanish courses for Youngsters in Spain

Junior Programmes 12 - 17 years

Barcelona

The exciting & stylish city of Barcelona offers a wide variety of colourful and intricate architecture created by the world famous Antoni Gaudí. The Gothic Neighbourhood, and the pedestrian street "Las Ramblas" make this city a traveller's and art lover's paradise. Its history is beautifully reflected in the famous "Barrio Gótico", the old town district known as the Gothic Quarter for the treasures house of Gothic monuments found there.

It is the site of both historic monuments and modern institutions. It is also the mecca of Spain for modern art and theatre lovers. Students can admire the work of Picasso, Miró and visit the famous "Sagrada Familia" while participating in one of the many oganized cultural activities.

Barcelona hosts many festivals during the summer months. These include the Grec Festival at the Theatre Grec, classical music festivals at the Palau de la Música at the end of September, and the very important "Mercé" celebration, which commemorates the patron saint of the city.

If you like to walk, Barcelona offers a wide selection of parks and gardens. a trip to the beach or the mountains rising up behind the city, is only 25 minutes away.