Young Authors Program – France & Spain

FROM THE
PRINCIPAL’S DESK
At Queen Mary’s School, Tis Hazari, we believe that there is no substitute for ‘Education
Through Action’ and that exploring people, places, cultures, economic opportunities,
and technological advancements through travel, complements and completes the
educational experience. This philosophy matches our endeavor to create responsible and
dynamic global leaders and global citizens by bringing the knowledge of the world to the
classroom as well as encouraging students to go out into the world. These two methods
are essential to create empathy, understanding and International collaboration.
In line with this mission, our students recently journeyed to France and Spain. We
chose this program for its focus on exposing students to the rich culture and history
of two of Europe’s most-sought after destinations, France and Spain. To augment the
broader program, we selected the Young Authors Program, which ensured students’
engagement and experience. This Student Travel Chronicle (Photo book) is an outcome
of this collaborative and exploratory module that our students partook in along with the
students of Bal Bharati Public School, Ganga Ram Hospital Marg. It captures the entire
journey in students’ own words and photographs. It even showcases their learning from
the intense, eight-day interaction with two of the world’s most successful democratic
nations.
I would also like to recognize the efforts of EdTerra Edventures; a Truly Educational
School Trips company that is well aware of co-curricular and extra-curricular goals
and developmental needs of students. We acknowledge the contribution of their staff,
especially their on-journey educator, the Journey Mentor and Visa Assistance Services.
Their professionalism made the journey effortless, safe and enriching for each one of us.
I extend my heartfelt thanks to the students, who participated and engaged with
the program enthusiastically. I hope that each parent may feel proud of this highly
demonstrable publication that will keep reminding their daughters of their achievement
and capabilities, lifelong.
With best wishes,
Dr. (Ms) Ritu P. Solomon
Principal
Queen Mary’s School, Tis Hazari

LETTER FROM EDTERRA
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A journey to foreign soil is always replete with learning and excitement for any young and
inquisitive mind. When the destinations are as rich as France and Spain, one can only imagine
the myriad ways in which Indian students may absorb and construct learning out of the many
differences and similarities that mark the cultures and people of these great nations vis-à-vis our
own.
For EdTerra, an educational journey is about enabling students to construct knowledge through a
meaningful encounter with a new culture, without diluting their fun and excitement or restricting
their wandering, curious minds. EdTerra achieves this through its Program Development Team
(PDT), which is comprised of both Indian and international experts. The PDT carefully designs
culturally neutral tools that enable students to meaningfully observe, record and articulate their
impressions. These tools are deployed through a process that encourages teamwork, meaningful
discussions, recording observations through digital media and finally synthesizing all this into a
media product that showcases the ideas and learning of the students.
This publication, France & Spain, is one such media product that captures the eight day journey
of learning of the gifted students of Queen Mary’s School, Tis Hazari, along with the students of
Bal Bharati Public School, Ganga Ram Hospital Marg, to Paris, Madrid, Zaragoza and Barcelona, in
images and words. This beautiful book serves as a window into two of the most beautiful countries
of Europe – France and Spain, for those students, peers and parents who could not be a part of
the journey. It showcases the intellectual and creative capacities of the students, credit for which
is rightfully due to their parents and school.
EdTerra Edventures would like to thank Queen Mary’s School, Tis Hazari, for their efforts and
support which made this journey of discovery possible, with a special mention of the Principal, Dr.
(Ms) Ritu P. Solomon, for guiding us throughout the process of finalizing our journey plans. EdTerra
would also like to thank the accompanying teachers, for their sense of adventure and dynamism
that the French call joie de vivre. Their energy made our jobs easy, and more importantly, made for
a more memorable journey for the students. We encourage you to read on and re-live the learning
and adventures of these students through the words and photographs that follow.
Sincerely,
Christine Massey
Senior Manager, Program Development Team

CONTENTS
Our Journey
Paris
Paris - A Tourist Delight
Madrid
Barcelona
EdTerra Moments
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About the Authors
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OUR JOURNEY (Queen Mary’s School)
Written and Photographed by: Drishti, Gursejal, Moksha, Shruti, Simran Tanya
On our first day,we visited Bateau Mouche,which
offers a cruise down the River Seine. The cruise
covers 37 bridges built across the River Seine,
and we sailed under the oldest bridge as well.
On our boat, we enjoyed the mesmerizing view
of the Eiffel Tower.
On the second day, we visited the Eiffel Tower,
which was built by Gustave Eiffel as the main
exhibit of the Paris Exposition (World’s Fair) of
1889. The glorious and luscious view from the
Eiffel Tower is really breathtaking. Paris has
many parks for people to enjoy life and to get
away from their own stressful and hectic lifestyle.
Then we went to Louvre Museum where there
were so many beautiful and different types of
sculptures and paintings.Various sculptures and
paintings made by famous artists are displayed
in the museum,one of them being“Mona Lisa”by
Leonardo da Vinci. It is believed to be the most
famous painting in the world.
The next day, we went to Disneyland, where we
met many Disney characters,enjoyed many rides
and watched the beautiful Disney parade.We
enjoyed a number of rides and had the time of
our lives in this paradise.
Then we travelled to Zaragoza and Barcelona.
Barcelona is home to some of the greatest artists
of the world.The great artist Pablo Picasso is also
from Gaudi’s city.We also went on a tour of the city.
Next day we went to the Montjuïc Castle,from
where the views were amazing and beautiful. It
is an old military fortress which is built on top
of Montjuïc hill in Barcelona. At the end of the
trip we went to see the intense and amazing
Flamenco dance performance. After Barcelona
we visited the beautiful city of Madrid, which is
also the capital of Spain.We visited the Santiago
Bernabeu Stadium where we enjoyed exploring
the world of football.
We are going to miss travelling in this beautiful
place.
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The Olympic Beach in Barcelona welcomed us
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The city of Barcelona blew us away with its beauty
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Making this trip a memory to last forever
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Friends made this trip memorable
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The Royal Palace showcased the rich history of Spain

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Happiness is being in Spain with your friends!
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Hanging out in the streets of Paris!

PARIS (Queen Mary’s School)
Written and Photographed by: Annamta, Ananya, Laiba, Manya, Masira Tisya
Paris is the perfect mixture of authenticity,
modesty and tradition. Paris is the most visited
city in the world. As being a moderately
populated city, Paris has managed to keep its
shining gems. We took a boat ride down the
Seine River, Paris with 37 bridges along the way.
We also saw the ‘New One’ which is interestingly
the oldest bridge on the river.
We visited the world famous Louvre Museum.
We saw many French paintings like the crowd
favorite, Mona Lisa and historic paintings like
Lady of Liberty and Raft of Medusa. The Louvre
Museum changed our view about paintings.
There are 400 rooms in that museum.There were
different rooms describing a particular Empire
and depicting the historical culture of France and
Europe.The Louvre has some of the most famous
displays of the world. Various sculptures and
paintings made by famous artists are displayed
in the museum, one of them being “Mona Lisa”
by Leonardo da Vinci. It was kept behind a bullet
proof glass. It is believed to be the most famous
painting in the world.
In Paris we also learnt how the Eiffel Tower
survived all the debates against it, to making
its way to the world’s tallest tower which was
much later surpassed by Chrysler Building. The
glorious and luscious view from the Eiffel Tower
is really breathtaking. Paris has many parks for
people to enjoy life and to get away from their
own stressful and hectic lifestyle. In Paris, a
person’s reputation depends on the vehicle he/
she uses.
In Disneyland, Paris we experienced something
beyond our imagination as every ride was
different from the other, so that there is no space
for boredom. And the beautiful Disney Parade
was the cherry on top. Sacré-Cœur Basilica was
another peaceful place we visited in Paris after
the cruise.The way the Basilica was constructed
and at the height it was located, it offered
incredible views. The beauty of the Basilica was
not only from the outside,but it was also peaceful
and relaxing from the inside.
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Ready to ascend the top of the Eiffel Tower
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The Sacre Coeur Basilica is perched at an elevated point from where we could see beautiful views of Paris
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The Seine River, which is the lifeline of Paris, flows gracefully behind us
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Making memories in Paris
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The Eiffel Tower stands tall behind us
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Our visit to the Louvre was inspirational
Hey...we’re on the 2nd level of the Eiffel Tower!
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PARIS - A TOURIST DELIGHT
(Bal Bharati Public School )
Written and Photographed by: Ameya, Anushka, Divyansha, Kabir, Kanav Tavsidak
Paris is a city of lights for the way the entire city
is lit up, but it is known as a ‘City of Light’ for all
the genius minds who have worked in Paris. It is
surely one of the most picturesque cities in the
world. One can see the perfect blend of fashion,
culture, art and music in Paris.
After a long tiring day of travelling for more
than 10 hours, cruising along the river in Paris,
exploring the city of love was a rejuvenating
experience. The next day was much awaited, as
we were excited to see Mona Lisa by Leonardo
da Vinci, the painting of a lady who is claimed
to have the most beautiful and mysterious smile
also known as the Mona Lisa.
In the Louvre Museum, we saw many pre-historic
objects and artifacts along with jaw-dropping
sculptures and paintings.Then we visited one of
the famous cathedrals of the world, Notre Dame
Cathedral, one of the finest examples of Gothic
architecture in France.
Oh! When we talk about architecture how can we
forget about the Iron Tower i.e. Eiffel Tower. It is
named after the engineer Gustave Eiffel, whose
company designed and built the tower.The tower
is 324 metres (1,063 ft) tall,about the same height
as an 81-storey building, and the tallest structure
in Paris. The tower has three levels for visitors,
with restaurants on the first and second levels.
The view from Eiffel Tower was amazing.
After seeing all the beautiful sculptures, we
spent our last day in Paris at Disneyland. Rides
in Fantasyland, Discoveryland, Frontierland and
Adventureland were the most amazing part of
the Paris trip. The Disney Parade showcased
all Disney characters like Mickey Mouse,
Minnie Mouse, Rapunzel and Belle and left us
spellbound.
Our visit to Paris was fulfilling,as we got to see all
the places we had only heard about.We shopped
too, and had a blast during the time we were in
Paris. Overall, our trip to the culinary capital of
the world was the best part of our journey and at
the end we would like to say J’aime Paris (I love
Paris).
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Disney enthusiasts all set to explore Disneyland!
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A city like Paris brought out the brightest smiles in us
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All set for a day of fun in Paris
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Every moment is joyful, when spent with friends
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The Seine River cruise showed us the iconic
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Friends made this journey special
Art at its best in the Louvre Museum
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MADRID (Bal Bharati Public School)
Written and Photographed by: Anant, Divy Mohan, Kanika, Maan, Mayank Nidhish
Madrid is the capital city of Spain and the third
largest city of the European Union.It is the largest
city of Spain and one of the greenest cites in
Europe. The well-known Flamenco Dance and
guitar originated here. Madrid was built in the
9th century to protect the capital city of Toledo.
It has been the capital of Spain since the 17th
century. The symbol of Madrid is ‘A bear eating
fruit from a tree’.
Some of the most famous sites in Madrid are the
Royal Palace, Royal Theater, the Prado Museum
and Santiago Bernabéu Stadium. Reina Sofia
Museum in Madrid has works of famous artists
like Pablo Picasso and Joan Miró.One of Picasso’s
most famous paintings ‘Guernica’ is placed here
on exhibition.
The beautiful structure of the Royal Palace was
a captivating site for us. It is the most famous
attraction of Madrid.We met our guide there and
we came to know many interesting facts about
the palace and the history of Spain and Madrid.
We also saw a huge painting of the present royal
family. It is the official residence of the royal
family but is only used for state ceremonies. It
has around 3418 rooms and was built between
1738 and 1755. We went to many rooms in the
palace and we imagined how lucky we would be
to live in such a palace. It had around 400 clocks
and 5 special violins.
Real Madrid is one of the most important and
famous football clubs in the world and the most
successful in Spain.The visit to the Santiago
Bernabéu Stadium was the best part of our trip in
Madrid.This stadium is in the heart of the city.The
Real Madrid football team plays many matches
in this stadium.We first enjoyed a panoramic
view from the highest point of the stadium.Then
we went on an audio-visual interactive journey
through the history of the best club of the 20th
century.We also got to walk through the players’
dressing room.
Visiting Madrid was a very fascinating and
exciting experience.The people here were very
friendly and welcoming. The weather was nice
and there were many exciting things to see and
do.
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Oh golly! The Royal Palace was amazing
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Football fans..we’re at the Santiago Bernabeu Stadium!
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In the viewing arena of the Santiago Bernabeu Stadium
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Feeling royal at the Royal Palace in Madrid
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Taking a break from all the sightseeing
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Visiting the Real Madrid home stadium
was a dream come true
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Ever-ready to smile for the camera!
MADRID

BARCELONA (Queen Mary’s School)
Written and Photographed by: Mansi, Muskan, Rishika, Sanya, Simran Siya
When you talk about Spain, you feel butterflies
in your stomach. The cities of Spain; Madrid,
Barcelona, Zaragoza, just their names can give
you jitters.
Barcelona, the city of football, is a spectacular
place to visit. A person who visits Barcelona will
get addicted to the place. The people are very
friendly here; they are helpful and fun loving.
The food of Barcelona is scrumptious too.We got
to sample lots of Spanish food when we were in
Barcelona.
Barcelona is the second largest city of Spain
and is located in the heart of Spain. This city is
home to some of the most famous buildings
which includes Sagrada Família, a famous church
designed of Antoni Gaudi. Our guide told us
many interesting facts about the construction
and history of the church. On the central
doorway of the church is depicted the nativity
scene with Jesus, Mary and Joseph, beneath the
star of Bethlehem. The church has been under
construction for a long time and it is still under
construction. It is said that the construction of the
church will be completed by 2026. It is really a
breathtaking monument. The most stunning part
of the church was the stained glass panels inside
the church, in different colors. The cool colored
blue and green windows represent air and water
and the warm colored red and orange windows
represent fire and earth. And they are absolutely
stunning.
You can visit the most famous street of Barcelona,
La Ramblas. But do not forget to visit Park
Güell,a public park located on Carmel Hill,
Barcelona. Do not miss eating Pizza filled with
cheese, the traditional food of Spain, as well
as the unforgettable Flamenco dance that is
an important part of Spain’s unique culture.
Barcelona is home to some of the greatest artists
of the world.The great artist Pablo Picasso is also
from Gaudi’s city.
Overall, Barcelona was a nice experience, the
food was good,the weather was pleasant and the
people were friendly.And as it is said‘Zindagi na
Milegi Dobara’; let’s enjoy our life to the fullest
and mix with the culture of Spain in Barcelona,
for there is no space for rehearsals in real life.
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At the Olympic Port in Barcelona
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Soaking in some beautiful Mediterranean sun!
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The Olympic Beach was so much fun!
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La Sagrada Familia is the pride of Barcelona
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Hanging out in the streets of Barcelona
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Having a blast in Barcelona
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The view of the city from Montjuic Hill was breathtaking
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OUR JOURNEY
(QUEEN MARY’S SCHOOL)
ABOUT THE AUTHORS
Drishti Makkar
Not that the story needs to be long but it will take a long while to make it short. Hey,
I am Drishti studying in Queen Mary’s School. I love dancing. I study in Class 12.
Our journey across Spain and Paris was a really unique and exciting experience.
It was a historical cum architectural trip and I opted to go, even though I am a
commerce student, due to my interest in general knowledge and to fulfill my
wish of visiting the Eiffel Tower. Meeting Benafsha Soonawalla and trying out the
local cuisine made this journey truly special. This work helped me to revise all my
memories of the trip.
Gursejal Kaur
Hey! I am Gursejal Kaur and I study in Class 10. My hobbies are singing and dancing.
Our journey across Europe was a unique experience as it compiled education
and adventure in the perfect ratio. We visited the Eiffel Tower, which is one of
the Seven Wonders of the World. It is one of the most well-known structures in
the world. Then we visited Disneyland. In Disneyland, a pet cemetery is located
behind the haunted mansion. Eiffel Tower, Disneyland and Louvre Museum were
the places which I enjoyed visiting during the journey.
Moksha Sharma
Hey, I am Moksha Sharma and I study in Class 11. I like singing and dancing.
EdTerra Edventures, a well-known student travel company, planned a trip to
France and Spain for my school. We travelled to one of the Seven Wonders of the
World called the Eiffel Tower. The view was very beautiful. I also liked the Louvre
Museum, which was very pretty. I also saw the famous painting of Mona Lisa.
The cruise was amazing. I also felt very good interacting with the friendly local
people. EdTerra did not just take us to beautiful places but also helped us learn
new things about Paris and Spain. The Royal Palace at Madrid was very beautiful.
I am very happy with this trip.
Simran Ahuja
I am Simran Ahuja, a 16 year old girl studying in Queen Mary’s School, Delhi.
Going on this trip to Spain and France was the best decision of my life. EdTerra
Edventures, a well-known travel company, managed our trip so beautifully that
we were able to enjoy the trip to the fullest. I opted to go for this trip to fulfill
my desire to visit Eiffel Tower. The rides in Disneyland and meeting Benafsha
Soonawalla made my journey truly special. All the memories I made here are
marvelous and I will forever keep these memories locked in my heart. This trip
gave me lots of joy.

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ABOUT THE AUTHORS
Shruti Dhawan
Who says it takes time to fulfill your dreams. I am Shruti Dhawan and I study in
Class 12. Our journey across Europe was quite interesting. We experienced fun
and education at the same time. It was the best and most memorable journey of
my life. I had never imagined in a million years that I would be able to experience
so many different emotions in just 8 days. I will never forget the beauty of Eiffel
Tower. I would like to thank EdTerra Edventures, as they are the main reason I was
able to travel on this beautiful journey.
Tanya Kapoor
Hey, I am Tanya Kapoor. I like to travel and explore new places. Traveling to Paris
was a great experience for me, not only because it is one of the most beautiful
places on earth but also because its culture, language and fashion sets it apart.
I also got an opportunity to practice my French. The trip provided an exposure
to Spanish culture, which was a whole new experience. We went shopping for
souvenirs and bought gifts for our family and friends. Our journey mentor was
very adjusting and we had a lot of fun together. I would like to thank EdTerra and
my school for this wonderful trip.

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PARIS
Annamta Ansari
Hola! I am Annamta Ansari, a student of Class 11. There was nothing boring about the trip
and I really enjoyed the journey. It was a privilege for me to be able to see the Royal Palace
and Eiffel Tower. I am really thankful to my family and EdTerra for this trip. Spending an
unforgettable day exploring Paris put everything in place. Actually, I am a nature loving
person, so visiting Paris and Barcelona through Zaragoza and the orientation tour of
Barcelona made my journey truly special. The rides in Disneyland were fantastic and sent
thrills down my spine. During this trip, I admired the beautiful architecture visible in the
finely engraved monuments, Eiffel Tower and the thrilling technology of Disneyland.
Ananya Singhal
Hey, I am Ananya Singhal. Now I know why Paris is called the ‘City of Light’. I saw
the Eiffel Tower for the first time ever and it was so beautiful. I explored many
beautiful and amazing things. Our teachers were very supportive throughout the
trip. We visited Madrid, the hotspot of Spain, a beautiful and peaceful place, and
Barcelona. We learnt how to manage things accurately and independently. We
saw many French people speaking Hindi and we were shocked when they replied in
Hindi by saying ‘Namaste’. In Disneyland, we saw Mickey Mouse and enjoyed many
exciting rides like Indiana Jones. I hope I get an opportunity to visit this beautiful
country again. The precious memories of this trip will stay in my heart forever.
Masira
Hello, I am Masira. When I came to know that EdTerra Edventures had planned
a trip to France and Spain, I was very excited because Paris has always been a
dream destination. When I landed in Paris, the weather was a little cold. I enjoyed
the cruise on our first day, as the views were very beautiful. Louvre Museum is
the most artistic and beautiful museum I have ever seen. I loved the artifacts
of the Royal Palace, especially the tapestry work. I am very happy. In short, I am
impressed.
Manya Bhutani
Hey! I am Manya Bhutani and I study in Class 9 of Queen Mary’s School. My hobbies
are cooking and doing craftwork. I was very excited for this trip. It was a great trip.
Royal Palace, Disneyland and Eiffel Tower were the places I enjoyed visiting the
most during our journey. It felt very nice when I interacted with the friendly people
and I also liked the French Concession area. EdTerra planned a trip which was fun
and at the same time educational. I am impressed with the journey.

Laiba Qureshi
Hey! I am Laiba Qureshi from Queen Mary’s School and I am studying in Class 11.
Reading novels and trying different cuisines are my hobbies. I have always loved
to explore new cities and try different cuisines. I personally liked Disneyland and
the Louvre Museum. The marching band at Disneyland was amazing. I loved the
weather of the place and I enjoyed interacting with the friendly local people. We
played many games in the bus while travelling. This journey will always be a great
memory that I will never forget. I look forward to going on more trips with EdTerra
Edventures.
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Tisya Behal
Hello, I am Tisya Behal. I study in Class 7. Our journey across Spain and France
was a unique and beautiful experience. We went to the Eiffel Tower and Notre
Dame Cathedral in Paris. Then we visited Madrid, where we went sightseeing and
shopping. After that we went to Barcelona. I enjoyed talking with the friendly local
people and learning about their culture. The rides in Disneyland were a totally
new and thrilling experience for me. I went on all the rides and I also danced there
with my friends. EdTerra made this trip a special memory for me that I will never
forget.

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Ameya Arora
Hola! I am Ameya Arora of Class 12 studying in Bal Bharati Public School. I have
always been fond of travelling. My fascination with football is the reason I opted
for this trip. This year we got the opportunity to travel across Europe. We visited
Paris, Madrid and Barcelona among which I loved Barcelona the most. We visited
Eiffel Tower, Santiago Bernabéu Stadium and Disneyland. We enjoyed interacting
with the very friendly local people. We learned a lot about European culture. My
overall impression of Europe was awesome. I am very happy.
Anushka Katyal
I am Anushka Katyal, a Class 12 student in Bal Bharati School. This is my seventh
trip with EdTerra. As I am fond of travelling and shopping I was attracted by
this trip. Visiting Eiffel Tower, Disneyland and Santiago Bernabéu Stadium were
a dream come true. The architecture and sculptures of Europe were equally
mesmerizing. Madrid, the city of romance and the birth place of Real Madrid was
truly amazing. Not only the place but our journey mentor and teachers were also
extremely proficient. Overall it was a beautiful experience and I thank my school
for organizing this trip.
PARIS - A TOURTIST DELIGHT
(BAL BHARATI PUBLIC SCHOOL)
Kabir Bedi
I am Kabir Bedi, a 14 year old student in New Delhi, studying in Bal Bharti Public
School. I love to explore new things. I like to play outdoor sports and watch movies.
Watching Flamenco dance and visiting Eiffel Tower were the highlights of my
journey. I love art and that is why I enjoyed visiting Paris. In the future, I would love
to explore Paris even further. Overall I enjoyed my trip.
Divyansha Goel
Vivacious, adventurous and dramatic, are the three qualities you will find in me.
Hello! I am Divyansha Goel, a 17 year old girl, full of dreams and ambitions. I study
in the renowned Bal Bharati Public School, who gave me an opportunity to go
on this trip and turn my dreams into reality. Since I am in Class12 and this is my
last school trip, I planned to enjoy this trip to the fullest. This year EdTerra took
me and 18 students to Spain and France. This trip was a blend of education and
adventure which gave me a lifetime supply of memories.

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Kanav Singhal
Hi! I am Kanav Singhal. I am 11 years old. I love painting and playing the piano.
Cricket is my favorite sport. I also like photography very much. The places which
I liked the most were Santiago Bernabéu Stadium and Eiffel Tower. The lessons
that I learnt during the journey were of unity and togetherness. Our visits to
Disneyland and Eiffel Tower made my journey special.
Hey! I am Tavsidak Singh and I study in Class 9. I like to play cricket. EdTerra
Edventures, a well-known student travel company gave me an opportunity to visit
a foreign country. The journey provided me with a good exposure. It also helped me
learn something new which I would not have been able to learn with my parents.
Meeting Benafsha Soonawalla and visiting Eiffel Tower were the highlights of my
trip. I also enjoyed visiting Santiago Bernabéu Stadium and Disneyland. It was a
memorable trip which I will always remember. I had an enjoyable trip.
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Anant Raj Singh
My name is Anant Raj Singh and I am studying in Class 10. Our journey across
France and Spain was mesmerizing. The best part of the journey was visiting
Barcelona and Paris. The Louvre Museum in Paris was a whole different experience.
In Barcelona, I really enjoyed the architecture by Antoni Gaudi. I love playing
classical guitar and listening to a professional Flamenco guitar players was a
thrilling experience. My overall impression of this journey was absolutely great. I
would like to thank EdTerra for organizing this trip.
Kanika Jalan
Hey! I am Kanika Jalan studying in Grade 10 of Bal Bharati Pubic School. I like
reading and dancing. This was my first trip with the school. Our journey across
France and Spain was a unique experience. We visited famous cities like Paris,
Madrid, Zaragoza and Barcelona. Our journey mentor Mr. Vaibhav was really nice
and kind. I learned many things like punctuality, cleanliness and adjustment in all
situations. Disneyland in Paris, Eiffel Tower and Flamenco dance of Spain were the
highlights of our trip. I will always cherish the memories of this trip in my heart.
MADRID
Mayank Soni
Hey! I am Mayank Soni, a student of Class 11. I like playing football and listening
to songs. I am a good speaker and a good listener too. Technology interests me a
great deal. EdTerra Edventures planned a trip to France and Spain for my school.
It felt very nice when I interacted with the very friendly people. I enjoyed learning
about the culture, traditions and history of Spain as well as trying out the local
cuisine. EdTerra compiled education and adventure in the perfect ratio. This work
encapsulates all my memories of the days spent in France and Spain.
Divya Mohan
I am Divya Mohan Soni, a 12 year old student living in New Delhi and studying in
Bal Bharati Public School. I love studying and playing cricket. I also like to stay
indoors and play PlayStation games. Gaming fascinates me. I am a good speaker
and a good listener. I like studying mathematics and would like to become a
big jewelry businessman when I grow up. Technology interests me a great deal.
Computer and games also interest me a great deal.

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ABOUT THE AUTHORS
Maan Grover
Hi! I am Maan Grover and I am in Class 10, studying in Bal Bharati Public School.
I like playing football which is why I really enjoyed visiting Santiago Bernabéu
Stadium. I thoroughly enjoyed this trip. Not only did we visit the monuments
but we also danced on the streets of Paris and Spain. Everything was great and
adventurous. The food was also very delicious. This was one of the best experiences
of my life. I would love to participate in any upcoming journey like this. I would like
to thank EdTerra and my school for organizing this trip.
Hey! I am Nidhish Deswal of Class 10 studying in Bal Bharati Public School. When
I heard about this trip, I was really excited to go. I was really excited for this trip
as Spain has always been my dream destination. We travelled to Eiffel Tower
and there I met my favorite celebrity Benafsha Soonawalla. In Spain, I visited one
of the world’s most famous stadiums, Santiago Bernabéu. In this trip, I enjoyed
exploring and interacting with the friendly local people. The overall experience
was awesome. I am very happy. In short, I am impressed.
Nidhish Deswal

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Mansi Rohatgi
Hey! I am Mansi Rohatgi and I study in Class 12. Travelling and dancing are my
hobbies. Our journey to Paris and Spain was an amazing experience. I was excited
to travel to Paris, the fashion hub. France and Spain trip were compiled with
education and adventure in a perfect ratio. Travelling alone with my friends to
the hotspots like Eiffel Tower, Disneyland and Royal Palace was the best part of my
trip. I travelled for the first time with EdTerra and it was a great experience. I was
very happy with the journey and felt a bit sad going back home.
Muskan Singh
I am Muskan Singh and I study in Class 12. I love shopping, dancing, eating and
clicking pictures. We travelled to the world’s most romantic city, ‘Paris’. The places
I enjoyed visiting the most were Eiffel Tower and Disneyland. The best part of the
trip was travelling with my friends. My friends are my life and I love them. I fell in
love with ‘Europe’. Paris est plus belle sous la pluie! (Paris is more beautiful in the
rain). “Travelling is like flirting with life. It’s like saying I would stay and love you,
but I have to go. This is my station.” - Lisa St. Aubin de Teran
BARCELONA
Sanya Malhotra
Hey! I am Sanya Malhotra and I study in Class 11. My hobbies are acting and dancing.
EdTerra gave us an opportunity to explore places like Paris, Madrid, Barcelona
and Zaragoza. It was so exciting to see such beautiful places. I got to learn many
things about their culture, architecture and history. As I have mentioned above
that my hobby is dancing, so I really enjoyed watching the Flamenco dance. The
beach was so relaxing. Best part was the church and Disneyland. Disneyland was
so huge and because of that I was not able to explore it completely.
Rishika Goel
Hey! I am Rishika Goel and I study in Class 12. I love to travel the world and love
to know about the beauty of the world. I love travelling with EdTerra Edventures
as they always plan mind-blowing trips. We travelled to the most romantic city
‘Paris’. We visited Eiffel Tower, the most popular tower that represents this country.
After Paris we went to Spain, acountry filled with talent. I felt very happy, when I
interacted with friendly local people and conversed with them in Spanish. This is
my last school trip with EdTerra and in the future I’ll love to work with them.

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Simran Vijan
Hey, I am Simran Vijan, aClass12 student of Queen Mary’s School. Dancing and
singing are my hobbies. Our journey across Europe was a unique experience as
it compiled education and adventure in the perfect ratio. This was my third trip
with EdTerra Edventures and I loved every bit of it. The best part of the trip was
experiencing new things with my friends. In short, I am very happy and delighted
to be a part of this amazing journey. I loved it! I would like to thank EdTerra for
organizing such a wonderful trip.
Hey! I am Siya and I study in Class 12 in Queen Mary’s School. I experienced a
really joyful trip to Spain and Paris organized by EdTerra Edventures. It was the
perfect combination of learning, enjoyment and adventure. When I got to know
about this trip I got really excited to visit my dream destination. We did not just
see the places but we also learned a lot about the architecture of Paris and Spain.
The most memorable thing for me during the journey was the long-distance
walks we took to explore the beauty of the city. This trip has been one of my most
memorable trips till now. I am very happy. In short, I am impressed.
Siya

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TEACHERS
With dreamy eyes along with our group of students we embarked on an
enlightening trip. The trip proved to be truly educational as we toured along the
alleys of Guimet Museum and Louvre Museum, loaded with fun at Disneyland and
entertainment at the theatres of Barcelona while watching the Flamenco Dance.
Visits to the Cathedral of Notre Dame and Sacre Couer in Paris and the Basilica of
Lady of Pilar in Zaragoza gave an overview of the intricate European architecture.
We had evolved as more informed beings with an appreciative spirit for the art,
culture and diverse beliefs of the people around the globe. I profoundly thank my
honourable Principal, Dr. Ms. Ritu P. Solomon for this golden opportunity.
Nirupam Singh
Sumati Arya
I am Sumati Arya, Sanskrit T.G.T in Queen Mary’s School. Not being a traveler at
all, when my Principal, Dr. Ritu P. Solomon asked me to accompany a group of
students to Paris and Madrid, I was a little hesitant. However, all my doubts proved
to be unfounded at the end of the journey. The trip was really delightful and highly
educational. It was a nice experience to visit the famous monuments, churches
and stadiums in Paris, Madrid and Barcelona. The visit to Disneyland was fun
and the students enjoyed the rides and the parade. I deeply thank my honorable
Principal for giving me the opportunity to be a part of this fun-filled trip.

Mrs. Shashi Sahni
I am Shashi Sahni, age 51 years, with the experience of 28 years of teaching History
and Civics to the secondary level. This group taught me the interactive process
of teaching children with the help of real teaching aids. The students became
really interested in knowing the art, culture and history of a country through this
journey. Overall this journey helped me evolve as a teacher by teaching me new
ways to arouse curiosity and interest in students towards their studies. Hats off to
EdTerra Edventures for organizing such a marvelous journey!
Neha Chandna
A bohemian at heart! I, Neha Chandna, am working as PGT Chemistry at Bal
Bharati Public School. The trip was a magnificent and splendid experience. It was
fun-filled and joyous where apart from learning about the history and culture
of Spain and France, we as a group learnt various values. Seeing the students
taking full responsibility and leading was satisfying as a teacher. The highlights of
the trip were Eiffel Tower, Santiago Stadium and Disneyland along with a terrific
Flamenco performance. All in all a worthwhile trip!
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