This document provides information about Spanish culture through various English to Spanish dictionaries focused on different topics like food, festivals, greetings, and school. It also summarizes important places in Spain like Santiago's Cathedral, the Alhambra, El Prado museum, and Doñana National Park. Finally, it outlines aspects of Spanish cuisine including popular dishes, meat and seafood, vegetables/fruit, pulses, desserts, and drinks.
The document discusses the benefits of exercise for mental health. Regular physical activity can help reduce anxiety and depression and improve mood and cognitive function. Exercise causes chemical changes in the brain that may help protect against mental illness and improve symptoms.
1. Watch a Flamenco Show in Seville: Flamenco shows capture the heart of Spanish culture through passionate music and dance.
2. Visit the Basilica of the Sagrada Familia: This uniquely designed church in Barcelona has been under construction for over 130 years, featuring stunning architecture.
3. Mosque-Cathedral of Cordoba: This historic site allows visitors to learn about Islamic and Christian influences in Spain, showcasing different architectural styles within one building.
Spain is a sovereign state located on the Iberian Peninsula in southwestern Europe. It includes two archipelagos - the Balearic Islands in the Mediterranean Sea and the Canary Islands in the Atlantic Ocean off the African coast. Some of Spain's most famous historic places include the Royal Palace of Madrid, the Aqueduct of Segovia, the hanging houses of Cuenca, the unfinished Sagrada Familia basilica in Barcelona, and the Alhambra palace complex in Granada. Spain also has a rich cultural tradition of festivals, including Semana Santa, the Running of the Bulls in Pamplona, the Tomatina tomato fight, and Las Fallas bonfires. Spanish
The document is a booklet for British students on a school trip to Costa Brava, Spain from May 3-8, 2012. It provides an itinerary, information about safety procedures and emergency contacts, as well as activities for students to complete each day to practice their Spanish. The activities include learning about Catalan culture and history, interviewing locals, and visiting landmarks like Girona, PortAventura theme park, and Barcelona's Sagrada Familia cathedral. The goal is for students to immerse themselves in the Spanish language and culture.
This 10-day trip begins in Madrid, Spain, with tours of landmarks like the Prado Museum and the Royal Palace. The group then travels to Segovia to see the Roman Aqueduct and Alcazar Castle before returning to Madrid for a tapas tour. Next is a day trip to Toledo for its Gothic Cathedral, medieval synagogue, and Church of Santo Tome. After learning flamenco dancing, the group visits a bull ranch in Burgos and El Cid's tomb. The trip continues to Bilbao for the Guggenheim Museum and the coastal cities of San Sebastian and Biarritz in France. The final two days are spent sightseeing in Paris, including Notre Dame
Spain is a constitutional monarchy located in Western Europe. Madrid is the capital and Spanish is the official language. Some of Spain's most visited tourist attractions include the Alhambra palace complex in Granada, Sagrada Familia church in Barcelona, and Mezquita mosque in Cordoba. Spanish culture has a blend of regional folklore and is known for festivals, bullfighting, flamenco music and dance, and regional cuisines featuring ingredients like olive oil, wine, seafood, and paella.
Alberto and Ainara are 11-year-olds from Baeza, Spain who present information about Madrid, the capital city of Spain. They discuss that Madrid has famous landmarks like Puerta del Sol and Plaza de Cibeles. It also has many parks, museums, football stadiums, and historical monuments. The document shares photos and details about these various sites and attractions in Madrid.
The document discusses the benefits of exercise for mental health. Regular physical activity can help reduce anxiety and depression and improve mood and cognitive function. Exercise causes chemical changes in the brain that may help protect against mental illness and improve symptoms.
1. Watch a Flamenco Show in Seville: Flamenco shows capture the heart of Spanish culture through passionate music and dance.
2. Visit the Basilica of the Sagrada Familia: This uniquely designed church in Barcelona has been under construction for over 130 years, featuring stunning architecture.
3. Mosque-Cathedral of Cordoba: This historic site allows visitors to learn about Islamic and Christian influences in Spain, showcasing different architectural styles within one building.
Spain is a sovereign state located on the Iberian Peninsula in southwestern Europe. It includes two archipelagos - the Balearic Islands in the Mediterranean Sea and the Canary Islands in the Atlantic Ocean off the African coast. Some of Spain's most famous historic places include the Royal Palace of Madrid, the Aqueduct of Segovia, the hanging houses of Cuenca, the unfinished Sagrada Familia basilica in Barcelona, and the Alhambra palace complex in Granada. Spain also has a rich cultural tradition of festivals, including Semana Santa, the Running of the Bulls in Pamplona, the Tomatina tomato fight, and Las Fallas bonfires. Spanish
The document is a booklet for British students on a school trip to Costa Brava, Spain from May 3-8, 2012. It provides an itinerary, information about safety procedures and emergency contacts, as well as activities for students to complete each day to practice their Spanish. The activities include learning about Catalan culture and history, interviewing locals, and visiting landmarks like Girona, PortAventura theme park, and Barcelona's Sagrada Familia cathedral. The goal is for students to immerse themselves in the Spanish language and culture.
This 10-day trip begins in Madrid, Spain, with tours of landmarks like the Prado Museum and the Royal Palace. The group then travels to Segovia to see the Roman Aqueduct and Alcazar Castle before returning to Madrid for a tapas tour. Next is a day trip to Toledo for its Gothic Cathedral, medieval synagogue, and Church of Santo Tome. After learning flamenco dancing, the group visits a bull ranch in Burgos and El Cid's tomb. The trip continues to Bilbao for the Guggenheim Museum and the coastal cities of San Sebastian and Biarritz in France. The final two days are spent sightseeing in Paris, including Notre Dame
Spain is a constitutional monarchy located in Western Europe. Madrid is the capital and Spanish is the official language. Some of Spain's most visited tourist attractions include the Alhambra palace complex in Granada, Sagrada Familia church in Barcelona, and Mezquita mosque in Cordoba. Spanish culture has a blend of regional folklore and is known for festivals, bullfighting, flamenco music and dance, and regional cuisines featuring ingredients like olive oil, wine, seafood, and paella.
Alberto and Ainara are 11-year-olds from Baeza, Spain who present information about Madrid, the capital city of Spain. They discuss that Madrid has famous landmarks like Puerta del Sol and Plaza de Cibeles. It also has many parks, museums, football stadiums, and historical monuments. The document shares photos and details about these various sites and attractions in Madrid.
This document provides information about a study abroad opportunity to Barcelona, Spain during spring break 2017. Students can enroll in a course called ID 250: Global Scholar Experience and travel to Barcelona to experience the local art, architecture and culture. Key sites highlighted include Antoni Gaudi's works like La Sagrada Familia and Casa Mila, Pablo Picasso's museum, the Gothic quarter and Las Ramblas. The document provides details about Barcelona's history and culture, as well as an overview of Spanish cuisine, customs and other cities to visit like Madrid and Toledo.
The town of Novelda, Spain is known for grape production and trade in spices and marble. It has a population of about 30,000 people and borders several other towns. Novelda has a Mediterranean climate and its main industries are grape farming, marble processing, and food production and packaging of spices. Important landmarks include the Gomez-Tortosa cultural center, the Casino building, and the La Mola castle.
Spain is located on the Iberian Peninsula in southwest Europe. It has a diverse landscape ranging from mountains to coastlines. Madrid is the capital city. Spain has a long history including periods of Moorish and Catholic rule. Today, Spain has a parliamentary monarchy government and uses the euro currency. It has many natural resources and tourist attractions that draw visitors from around the world.
This document outlines several projects that a school in Las Norias de Daza, Spain will undertake to learn about their local surroundings. The school is located in southeastern Spain in a Mediterranean city known for its beaches, landscapes, and mild climate. Some of the projects described include studying the local wildlife in a nearby lake in biology class, learning about the greenhouse agriculture that drives the local economy in math class, and building toys from recycled materials to learn about environmental sustainability. The document also provides background information on the culture and activities in the region.
The document provides an overview of Carlos Sanchez Garrido's cultural biography from Spain to Hawaii. It describes monuments and landmarks from Spain, Andalusia, and Jaen where Carlos is from. It discusses typical Spanish food, traditions, and folklore. It also provides details about Carlos himself, including that he is currently pursuing a master's degree and has lived in the US and Canada previously through exchange programs.
The document is a student project about Spain. It includes sections on the introduction, demographics, architecture, sports, and conclusion. Some key points are:
- The students chose Spain as their topic because one of them had visited and shared their experiences.
- Spain has a population of over 46 million people, with most living along the coast. Large numbers of Spaniards emigrated to Latin America between the 15th-19th centuries.
- Architecture in Spain has been influenced by Gothic, Renaissance, and Modernist styles. Famous architects include Gaudi and Calatrava.
- Soccer is the most popular sport in Spain and they have hosted major events like the 1992 Olympics and 1982 FIFA
The document is a student project about Spain. It includes sections on the introduction, demographics, architecture, sports, and conclusion. Some key points are:
- The students chose Spain as their topic because one of them had visited and shared their experiences.
- Spain has a population of over 46 million people, with most living along the coast. Large numbers of Spaniards emigrated to Latin America between the 15th-19th centuries.
- Architecture in Spain has been influenced by Gothic, Renaissance, and Modernist styles. Famous architects include Gaudi and Calatrava.
- Soccer is the most popular sport in Spain and they have hosted major events like the 1992 Olympics and 1982 FIFA
This document provides information about Spain and its autonomous communities, cities, historical figures, and culture. Spain is located in Europe and borders France and Portugal. It has 19 autonomous communities including islands. The capital is Madrid. Key cities described include Barcelona, known for Antoni Gaudi's architecture, and Bilbao, home to the Guggenheim Museum. Historical figures discussed are the Catholic Monarchs, Christopher Columbus, writers Cervantes and Lorca, and painters Velazquez, Goya, and Picasso. Spanish culture, traditions, and stereotypes are also summarized.
This document provides information about a study abroad opportunity to Barcelona, Spain during spring break 2017. Students can enroll in a course called ID 250: Global Scholar Experience to travel to Barcelona in March 2017. The trip will allow students to experience Barcelona's art, architecture and culture, with activities like visiting Gaudi's works, museums featuring Picasso and Dali, La Boqueria market, and Flamenco dance. Students will gain a better understanding of global issues and cultures.
The document summarizes a Comenius project between schools in Padua, Italy focused on learning about their town, region, and country. Students from three local schools - Randi, Valeri, and Zanibon - studied topics like their individual schools, the Veneto region, and Italy. Younger students visited each other's schools and made books. Older students colored maps and flags, and one class explained the project to others. The document then describes important landmarks in Padua such as squares, churches, gardens, and bridges through pictures and captions.
This document summarizes a trip taken through several countries in Europe including France, Spain, and Morocco. Some of the key places visited were Paris, Barcelona, Granada, Seville, Cordoba, and Tangier. In Spain, the author was particularly drawn to Andalusia and its Moorish influences. Many historic and cultural sites were explored including landmarks like the Alhambra in Granada and the Mezquita mosque-cathedral in Cordoba. The trip provided exposure to the varied cultures and histories of these regions.
Here are the main components and uses of the astrolabe:
- The astrolabe is composed of several movable disks or plates made of brass that are engraved with lines representing circles of celestial longitude and latitude.
- It can be used to determine the positions of the sun, moon, planets and stars in the sky at any given date and time. This allowed astronomers to track celestial motions and enabled navigators to chart their position at sea.
- By aligning the different plates to a particular date, time, and location, the astrolabe projects the sky onto its surface, allowing one to read off the altitude and azimuth of celestial bodies above the horizon.
- It was an important astronomical and navigational tool
The document summarizes several important archaeological and historical sites in Spain. It discusses the Atapuerca archaeological site containing human remains over 1 million years old. It also mentions the Altamira Caves, famous for Paleolithic cave paintings from 22,000 years ago, and the Castro of Santa Tecla archaeological site from 2000 years ago containing petroglyphs. Additionally, it provides details about the Real Monastery of San Lorenzo de El Escorial commissioned by King Philip II, the Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela an important pilgrimage site in the Middle Ages, and the ongoing construction of the Sagrada Familia Basilica in Barcelona designed with modernist style.
Spain is located on the Iberian Peninsula in southwestern Europe. It includes islands like the Canary Islands and Balearic Islands. The capital and largest city is Madrid, known for landmarks like the Royal Palace and Retiro Park. Other major cities include Barcelona, known for Antoni Gaudi's unfinished Sagrada Familia basilica, and Granada, home to the Alhambra palace complex. Spain has a diverse landscape ranging from coastlines to mountains like the Pyrenees. Some iconic Spanish dishes include paella, gazpacho, and tortilla.
The document is a curriculum vitae for Marta Medina Muro Benjumea. It outlines her academic qualifications including degrees in history of art and interior architecture. It then details her extensive professional experience coordinating international exhibitions, preserving heritage sites, practicing interior architecture, and working in tourism. It also lists positions of responsibility she has held and publications and interviews.
The document is a curriculum vitae for Marta Medina Muro Benjumea. It outlines her academic qualifications including degrees in history of art and interior architecture. It then details her extensive professional experience coordinating international exhibitions, preserving heritage sites, practicing interior architecture, and working in tourism. It also lists positions of responsibility she has held and publications and interviews related to her work.
The document provides information about various regions, cities, and landmarks across Spain. It discusses UNESCO World Heritage sites, famous architects like Antonio Gaudí, important pilgrimage routes like El Camino de Santiago, and highlights diverse natural parks, cultures, foods, festivals, and historical monuments found throughout the country. Specific places mentioned include Granada, Salamanca, Ávila, Galicia, Asturias, País Vasco, La Rioja, Cataluña, Valencia, Baleares, and Castilla y León.
Presentación españa castilla y león-valladolidEl Cal
Spain has a rich cultural heritage with many UNESCO World Heritage sites including the Alhambra palace in Granada and Toledo's Cathedral. The country is also known for its diverse landscapes from the Pyrenees mountains to beaches. Some of Spain's most famous architects like Antonio Gaudi designed iconic buildings such as La Sagrada Familia basilica in Barcelona. Spanish culture is characterized by its lively festivals, passion for bullfighting, and love of soccer, flamenco dancing, and a Mediterranean diet featuring dishes like paella and tapas.
The document discusses several important places, landmarks, and cultural aspects of Catalonia and Spain. It describes landmarks like La Sagrada Familia in Barcelona, Casa Batlló which was designed by Antoni Gaudí, and Plaza de España in Madrid. It also discusses the Teide summit in the Canary Islands and gastronomy like Vic salchichón sausage and panellets sweets from Catalonia. It provides information on the flora, fauna, and festivals of both Catalonia and Spain.
This document summarizes several aspects of Spanish intangible culture, including traditions, beliefs, and values. It describes the tradition of the siesta, or short afternoon rest after lunch. It also discusses bullfighting as a spectacle involving a bullfighter baiting and usually killing a bull. Some Spaniards oppose bullfighting on ethical grounds. Cider drinking is described as an important tradition in northern Spain, often done communally. Religious beliefs are reflected in sayings and place names. Making a pilgrimage to Santiago de Compostela is also discussed. Family is presented as central to teaching Spanish values. Regional pride and folktales are highlighted as part of Spanish cultural identity and heritage. Key values mentioned include
Cultural heritage includes tangible artifacts of the past like buildings, objects, and works of art as well as intangible aspects like traditions, language, and knowledge that are passed down between generations. The document provides examples of tangible cultural heritage in Spain such as the Alhambra palace complex, bullfighting capes, wooden clogs, Asturian pre-Romanesque churches, and famous works of art by Velázquez and Picasso. It emphasizes that cultural heritage preserves the legacy of past societies for current and future generations.
This document provides information about a study abroad opportunity to Barcelona, Spain during spring break 2017. Students can enroll in a course called ID 250: Global Scholar Experience and travel to Barcelona to experience the local art, architecture and culture. Key sites highlighted include Antoni Gaudi's works like La Sagrada Familia and Casa Mila, Pablo Picasso's museum, the Gothic quarter and Las Ramblas. The document provides details about Barcelona's history and culture, as well as an overview of Spanish cuisine, customs and other cities to visit like Madrid and Toledo.
The town of Novelda, Spain is known for grape production and trade in spices and marble. It has a population of about 30,000 people and borders several other towns. Novelda has a Mediterranean climate and its main industries are grape farming, marble processing, and food production and packaging of spices. Important landmarks include the Gomez-Tortosa cultural center, the Casino building, and the La Mola castle.
Spain is located on the Iberian Peninsula in southwest Europe. It has a diverse landscape ranging from mountains to coastlines. Madrid is the capital city. Spain has a long history including periods of Moorish and Catholic rule. Today, Spain has a parliamentary monarchy government and uses the euro currency. It has many natural resources and tourist attractions that draw visitors from around the world.
This document outlines several projects that a school in Las Norias de Daza, Spain will undertake to learn about their local surroundings. The school is located in southeastern Spain in a Mediterranean city known for its beaches, landscapes, and mild climate. Some of the projects described include studying the local wildlife in a nearby lake in biology class, learning about the greenhouse agriculture that drives the local economy in math class, and building toys from recycled materials to learn about environmental sustainability. The document also provides background information on the culture and activities in the region.
The document provides an overview of Carlos Sanchez Garrido's cultural biography from Spain to Hawaii. It describes monuments and landmarks from Spain, Andalusia, and Jaen where Carlos is from. It discusses typical Spanish food, traditions, and folklore. It also provides details about Carlos himself, including that he is currently pursuing a master's degree and has lived in the US and Canada previously through exchange programs.
The document is a student project about Spain. It includes sections on the introduction, demographics, architecture, sports, and conclusion. Some key points are:
- The students chose Spain as their topic because one of them had visited and shared their experiences.
- Spain has a population of over 46 million people, with most living along the coast. Large numbers of Spaniards emigrated to Latin America between the 15th-19th centuries.
- Architecture in Spain has been influenced by Gothic, Renaissance, and Modernist styles. Famous architects include Gaudi and Calatrava.
- Soccer is the most popular sport in Spain and they have hosted major events like the 1992 Olympics and 1982 FIFA
The document is a student project about Spain. It includes sections on the introduction, demographics, architecture, sports, and conclusion. Some key points are:
- The students chose Spain as their topic because one of them had visited and shared their experiences.
- Spain has a population of over 46 million people, with most living along the coast. Large numbers of Spaniards emigrated to Latin America between the 15th-19th centuries.
- Architecture in Spain has been influenced by Gothic, Renaissance, and Modernist styles. Famous architects include Gaudi and Calatrava.
- Soccer is the most popular sport in Spain and they have hosted major events like the 1992 Olympics and 1982 FIFA
This document provides information about Spain and its autonomous communities, cities, historical figures, and culture. Spain is located in Europe and borders France and Portugal. It has 19 autonomous communities including islands. The capital is Madrid. Key cities described include Barcelona, known for Antoni Gaudi's architecture, and Bilbao, home to the Guggenheim Museum. Historical figures discussed are the Catholic Monarchs, Christopher Columbus, writers Cervantes and Lorca, and painters Velazquez, Goya, and Picasso. Spanish culture, traditions, and stereotypes are also summarized.
This document provides information about a study abroad opportunity to Barcelona, Spain during spring break 2017. Students can enroll in a course called ID 250: Global Scholar Experience to travel to Barcelona in March 2017. The trip will allow students to experience Barcelona's art, architecture and culture, with activities like visiting Gaudi's works, museums featuring Picasso and Dali, La Boqueria market, and Flamenco dance. Students will gain a better understanding of global issues and cultures.
The document summarizes a Comenius project between schools in Padua, Italy focused on learning about their town, region, and country. Students from three local schools - Randi, Valeri, and Zanibon - studied topics like their individual schools, the Veneto region, and Italy. Younger students visited each other's schools and made books. Older students colored maps and flags, and one class explained the project to others. The document then describes important landmarks in Padua such as squares, churches, gardens, and bridges through pictures and captions.
This document summarizes a trip taken through several countries in Europe including France, Spain, and Morocco. Some of the key places visited were Paris, Barcelona, Granada, Seville, Cordoba, and Tangier. In Spain, the author was particularly drawn to Andalusia and its Moorish influences. Many historic and cultural sites were explored including landmarks like the Alhambra in Granada and the Mezquita mosque-cathedral in Cordoba. The trip provided exposure to the varied cultures and histories of these regions.
Here are the main components and uses of the astrolabe:
- The astrolabe is composed of several movable disks or plates made of brass that are engraved with lines representing circles of celestial longitude and latitude.
- It can be used to determine the positions of the sun, moon, planets and stars in the sky at any given date and time. This allowed astronomers to track celestial motions and enabled navigators to chart their position at sea.
- By aligning the different plates to a particular date, time, and location, the astrolabe projects the sky onto its surface, allowing one to read off the altitude and azimuth of celestial bodies above the horizon.
- It was an important astronomical and navigational tool
The document summarizes several important archaeological and historical sites in Spain. It discusses the Atapuerca archaeological site containing human remains over 1 million years old. It also mentions the Altamira Caves, famous for Paleolithic cave paintings from 22,000 years ago, and the Castro of Santa Tecla archaeological site from 2000 years ago containing petroglyphs. Additionally, it provides details about the Real Monastery of San Lorenzo de El Escorial commissioned by King Philip II, the Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela an important pilgrimage site in the Middle Ages, and the ongoing construction of the Sagrada Familia Basilica in Barcelona designed with modernist style.
Spain is located on the Iberian Peninsula in southwestern Europe. It includes islands like the Canary Islands and Balearic Islands. The capital and largest city is Madrid, known for landmarks like the Royal Palace and Retiro Park. Other major cities include Barcelona, known for Antoni Gaudi's unfinished Sagrada Familia basilica, and Granada, home to the Alhambra palace complex. Spain has a diverse landscape ranging from coastlines to mountains like the Pyrenees. Some iconic Spanish dishes include paella, gazpacho, and tortilla.
The document is a curriculum vitae for Marta Medina Muro Benjumea. It outlines her academic qualifications including degrees in history of art and interior architecture. It then details her extensive professional experience coordinating international exhibitions, preserving heritage sites, practicing interior architecture, and working in tourism. It also lists positions of responsibility she has held and publications and interviews.
The document is a curriculum vitae for Marta Medina Muro Benjumea. It outlines her academic qualifications including degrees in history of art and interior architecture. It then details her extensive professional experience coordinating international exhibitions, preserving heritage sites, practicing interior architecture, and working in tourism. It also lists positions of responsibility she has held and publications and interviews related to her work.
The document provides information about various regions, cities, and landmarks across Spain. It discusses UNESCO World Heritage sites, famous architects like Antonio Gaudí, important pilgrimage routes like El Camino de Santiago, and highlights diverse natural parks, cultures, foods, festivals, and historical monuments found throughout the country. Specific places mentioned include Granada, Salamanca, Ávila, Galicia, Asturias, País Vasco, La Rioja, Cataluña, Valencia, Baleares, and Castilla y León.
Presentación españa castilla y león-valladolidEl Cal
Spain has a rich cultural heritage with many UNESCO World Heritage sites including the Alhambra palace in Granada and Toledo's Cathedral. The country is also known for its diverse landscapes from the Pyrenees mountains to beaches. Some of Spain's most famous architects like Antonio Gaudi designed iconic buildings such as La Sagrada Familia basilica in Barcelona. Spanish culture is characterized by its lively festivals, passion for bullfighting, and love of soccer, flamenco dancing, and a Mediterranean diet featuring dishes like paella and tapas.
The document discusses several important places, landmarks, and cultural aspects of Catalonia and Spain. It describes landmarks like La Sagrada Familia in Barcelona, Casa Batlló which was designed by Antoni Gaudí, and Plaza de España in Madrid. It also discusses the Teide summit in the Canary Islands and gastronomy like Vic salchichón sausage and panellets sweets from Catalonia. It provides information on the flora, fauna, and festivals of both Catalonia and Spain.
This document summarizes several aspects of Spanish intangible culture, including traditions, beliefs, and values. It describes the tradition of the siesta, or short afternoon rest after lunch. It also discusses bullfighting as a spectacle involving a bullfighter baiting and usually killing a bull. Some Spaniards oppose bullfighting on ethical grounds. Cider drinking is described as an important tradition in northern Spain, often done communally. Religious beliefs are reflected in sayings and place names. Making a pilgrimage to Santiago de Compostela is also discussed. Family is presented as central to teaching Spanish values. Regional pride and folktales are highlighted as part of Spanish cultural identity and heritage. Key values mentioned include
Cultural heritage includes tangible artifacts of the past like buildings, objects, and works of art as well as intangible aspects like traditions, language, and knowledge that are passed down between generations. The document provides examples of tangible cultural heritage in Spain such as the Alhambra palace complex, bullfighting capes, wooden clogs, Asturian pre-Romanesque churches, and famous works of art by Velázquez and Picasso. It emphasizes that cultural heritage preserves the legacy of past societies for current and future generations.
El Parque Nacional de Picos de Europa se encuentra en el norte de España y contiene tres grandes masas montañosas: Central, Este y Oeste. La vida silvestre incluye el lince ibérico, el águila imperial y más de 900 especies de plantas. La mayoría de la región está protegida como parque nacional y es popular para el montañismo. El valle de Covadonga contiene la Basílica de Covadonga, donde se encuentra la cueva y la imagen de la Virgen de Covadonga.
The school year in Spain typically runs from September 10th to the third week of June. There are three types of schools: public, public-funded private, and private. Schooling is compulsory between ages 5-16 and is divided into four stages - nursery school, primary school, secondary school, and leaving years/vocational school. Subjects taught vary between primary and secondary school but generally include core subjects like Spanish, math, science, physical education, and more specialized subjects in later years. Leaving years are pre-university studies across various fields that must be completed along with a national exam before applying to university.
Romania the structure of educational systemMehmet Tokgöz
The national educational system is divided into early years education, primary education, middle school, high school, and university. Each level has its own structure, with primary education spanning classes 0-IV taught by one teacher per class and middle school covering classes V-VIII taught by specialist teachers. The school year runs from September to June and is divided into semesters with breaks for winter, spring, and summer holidays.
Education and schooling system in italyMehmet Tokgöz
The document summarizes key aspects of education and schooling in Italy. It outlines that:
- The Italian constitution guarantees free public education and makes primary school compulsory and free for all children between the ages of 6-16.
- The Ministry of Education, Universities and Research (MIUR) is responsible for administering state schools at the national level while regional and provincial offices oversee local school policy.
- The school system includes nursery, primary, lower secondary and upper secondary levels. Students sit exams to progress between levels and obtain diplomas.
- Secondary education includes various types of schools like Liceo (focused on classics, languages, sciences), Istituto Tecnico
Pre-primary education in Poland is for children ages 3-6, with 6-year-olds required to complete a 0 grade year before primary school. Primary school runs from ages 7-12, followed by lower secondary gymnasium from ages 13-16. Students can then attend either a 3-year lyceum or 4-year technical school, both ending with a maturity exam. The education system was expanded in the early 1990s to include grades 1-6, with 1 being insufficient and 6 being excellent.
The document summarizes the education system in Bulgaria. It is divided into four levels: pre-school education from ages 3-7, primary education from ages 7-14, secondary education from ages 14-19, and higher education. Primary education is completed after 8th grade, secondary education is completed after 12th grade. Higher education institutions include universities that offer degrees in fields like international tourism, law, medicine, and computer science. The academic year runs from October to May/June and is divided into semesters.
The Turkish education system has approximately 62,000 schools educating 17.2 million students. It has two main parts: formal education and non-formal education. Formal education includes pre-primary, primary, lower secondary, upper secondary, and higher education. Primary education is for ages 6-11 and is compulsory, as is lower secondary from ages 11-14. Secondary education includes both compulsory and optional high school programs. Higher education consists of 173 universities where students apply based on exam scores. The goal at all levels is to provide students with skills and knowledge to be productive citizens.
The document discusses multiculturalism and pluralism in Italy based on its constitution. It provides an overview of key articles that promote non-discrimination (Article 3), protect linguistic minorities (Article 6), recognize the independence of the Catholic Church and state (Article 7), and guarantee religious freedom (Article 8). It also discusses Italy's history of being a country of both emigration and recent immigration. Statistics are provided showing increases in the foreign national population in Italy from 2003 to 2011, with over 4.5 million foreign nationals residing there in 2011, comprising 7.5% of the total population.
Ion Creangă was a 19th century Romanian writer and schoolteacher known for works like Childhood Memories and novellas that drew on folklore. As a defrocked Orthodox priest, he had an unconventional lifestyle but made an impact as an educator and author. His literary debut came late in life after befriending poet Mihai Eminescu and joining the influential Junimea literary society, for which he helped spread cultural ideals in an accessible way. He is considered one of the most accomplished representatives of Junimist literature alongside Eminescu and Ioan Slavici.
Ivan Vazov was a Bulgarian writer known as the "Patriarch of Bulgarian literature". He came from a family that valued traditional values and was influenced by his parents and Bulgarian revolutionary movements. Some of his most famous works included "Under the Yoke", "New Country", and poems about Macedonia. Vazov made significant contributions to Bulgarian literature and used his writing to express patriotism and inspire national identity. He died at age 71 in Sofia and is remembered as one of Bulgaria's most important national poets.
The document provides an overview of prominent Italian authors and their influential literary works from antiquity to modern times. It discusses Virgil's Aeneid, considered the national epic of Rome, and how it influenced writers for over 2000 years. In the 1300s, Dante, Petrarch, and Boccaccio revolutionized literature with works like Dante's Divine Comedy that established Italian as a literary language. The document then covers notable authors like Alessandro Manzoni and his novel The Betrottoed, which was symbolic of the Italian Risorgimento. It concludes with brief biographies of Italian Nobel laureates in literature such as Pirandello, Montale, and Dario Fo, recognizing their
Miguel de Cervantes was a renowned Spanish writer known for his masterpiece Don Quixote, which established him as the greatest figure in Spanish literature. Federico García Lorca was a Spanish poet and playwright who was part of the literary movement "Generation of '27" and was famously murdered during the Spanish Civil War. Gustavo Adolfo Bécquer was an important Spanish romantic poet whose "rhymes" helped establish the foundations of modern Spanish poetry. Camilo José Cela was the fifth Spanish writer to win the Nobel Prize in Literature and the first Spanish novelist to achieve such widespread international acclaim, having excelled as a novelist, poet, writer, and author of travel books.
Aleko Konstantinov was a Bulgarian writer born in 1863 in Svishtov to an affluent merchant family. He studied with private teachers and later attended schools in Gabrovo and Nikolaev, Ukraine, eventually earning a law degree from Novorossiysky University in Odessa in 1885. After returning to Bulgaria, Konstantinov worked as a judge, prosecutor, and lawyer in Sofia. Some of his most important works included the stories "To Chicago and Back" and "Bai Ganyo." Konstantinov is known for his wise thoughts and extreme love of his motherland, and is portrayed on the Bulgarian 100 lev banknote.
Yordan Yovkov was a Bulgarian author born in 1880 in the village of Zheravna. He is best known for his books and stories including "Balkan Legends", "Evenings in the Antimovo inn", and "Shibil". Yovkov received his primary education in Zheravna and studied at the First Sofia Men's High School. He spent his last years focused on creative work until poor health required surgery, where cancer was discovered in his stomach, gallbladder, and appendix. Yordan Yovkov passed away in October 1937.
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3. Dictionary English - Spanish
English Food Spanish
1. omelette 1. tortilla
2. olives 2. aceitunas
3. cold cuts 3. embutido
4. lettuce 4. lechuga
5. chicken 5. pollo
6. cake 6. tarta
7. ice cream 7. helado
8. tea 8. te
9. cheese 9. queso
10. apple 10. manzana
11. pear 11. pera
12. potatoes 12. patatas
13. scrambled eggs 13. huevos revueltos
14. fruit juice 14. zumo de frutas
15. tomato soup 15. sopa de tomate
4. Dictionary English - Spanish
English Festivals Spanish
1. Christmas tree 1. Árbol de navidad
2. ornament 2. adorno
3. mistletoe 3. muérdago
4. Sea bream 4. besugo
5. Christmas carol 5. villancico
6. Father Christmas 6. Papá Noel
7. reindeer 7. reno
8. angel 8. ángel
9. Ash Wednesday 9. Miércoles de Ceniza
10. Maundy Thursday 10. Jueves Santo
11. Good Friday 11. Viernes Santo
12. Palm Sunday 12. Domingo de Ramos
13. Easter egg 13. Huevo de Pascua
14. Easter Bunny 14. Conejo de Pascua
15. spring 15. primavera
5. Dictionary English - Spanish
Greetings
English Spanish
1. welcome 1. bienvenido
2. goodnight 2. Buenas noches
3. goodbye 3. adiós
4. Hi 4. hola
5. good morning 5. Buenos días
6. please 6. Por favor
7. Thank you 7. gracias
8. yes 8. sí
9. no 9. no
10. What’s your name ? 10. ¿Cómo te llamas?
11. How are you ? 11. ¿Cómo estás?
12. How old are you ? 12. ¿Cuántos años tienes?
13. What is your hobby ? 13. ¿Cuál es tu hobby ?
14. Everything’s ok, thanks 14. Todo está bien, gracias
15. Where are you from ? 15. ¿De dónde eres?
7. The most important places in Spain
Santiago’s Cathedral
This building was created
in the 12th century by
wish of the Pope
‘’Calixto III’’.
It is one of the most
important symbols of
the Christianity.
It is situated in Santiago
(Galicia) and it is the
goal of the ‘’Camino de
Santiago’’
8. The most important places in Spain
Alhambra
Alhambra is a palace and
fortress complex located in
Granada, Andalusia, Spain.
It was originally constructed as a
fortress in 889,and it was
converted into a royal palace
in 1333 by Yusuf I Sultan of
Granada.
The Alhambra is a UNESCO
World Heritage Site, and the
inspiration for many songs
and stories.
9. The most important places in Spain
National Museum of El Prado
The National Museum of El
Prado, in Madrid, is one of
the most important and
most visited museums of
the world.
The collection was formed by
some kings very fond of art.
It contains some works by the
most famous artists in the
world: Velázquez, El
Greco, Rubens, El
Bosco, Van
Dyck, Zurbarán, Tintoretto…
10. The most important places in Spain
Aqueduct of Segovia
It is a Roman
Aqueduct and one of
the most significant
ones in the world.
It was built between 1st
and 2nd century A.C.
It runs for another
15 km, before arriving
in the city.
11. The most important places in Spain
Guggenheim Museum Bilbao
The Guggenheim Museum Bilbao
is a modern art museum
designed by the well-known
Canadian architect Frank O.
Geary.
It is located in Bilbao(Basque
country), Spain.
It is one of the five “Solomon R.
Guggenheim Foundation”
museums.
Inaugurated by the king Juan
Carlos I the 18th of October, it
is a cruise-shaped building
placed on the riverside.
12. The most important places in Spain
La Sagrada Familia
La Sagrada Familia is a Catholic
basilica in Barcelona (Spain),
designed by the architect Antoni
Gaudí. Begun in 1882, it is still
under construction. It is Gaudi’s
masterpiece and the landmark of
modernist architecture.
When finished, it will have 18 towers:
4 on each of its three facades, and
six towers more as a dome, the
central one devoted to Jesus,
another one devoted to Virgin
Mary and the other four devoted
to the evangelists.
Both the inside and the outside
present a unique construction
system based on geometry.
13. The most important places in Spain
El Teide
El Teide is a volcano situated
in Tenerife Island (Canary
Islands, Spain). At 3,718
metres high, it is the
highest peak in Spain.
El Teide is part of the Teide
National Park, declared
World Heritage by UNESCO.
El Teide is considered the
most representative
natural monument of the
Canary Islands.
14. The most important places in Spain
Doñana
Doñana is a protected
natural area located in
Andalusia. It comprises
104,970 hectares.
Doñana National Park and
its vast marshlands is the
winter home of a wide
variety of aquatic bird
species, reaching the
200.000 specimens.
It was declared World
Heritage by UNESCO in
1994.
15. The most important festivals in Spain
Christmas Eve and Christmas Day in Spain
On the 24th of December, we
celebrate the birth of Jesus.
We usually celebrate it with
a family dinner and the
menu depends on the region
where you live.
During the night, Santa Claus
comes and leaves presents
that we open the next
morning.
On the 25th of December we
celebrate the Birth of Jesus
with a family meal at
lunchtime.
16. The most important festivals in Spain
New Year
On New Year’s Eve we have
a big dinner of
seafood, fish, meat and
desserts.
After dinner, when the bells
of a clock placed in
Madrid strike
midnight, we eat twelve
grapes, one on each
stroke. They bring good
luck for the New Year.
Then, most people go out to
a party to celebrate the
New Year.
17. The most important festivals in Spain
Epiphany
In Spain, Epiphany day is called El Día de los
Reyes, the day when a group of
Kings, arrived to worship and bring three
gifts to baby Jesus after following a star in
heaven.
In Spain the Kings: Melchior, Gaspar, and
Balthazar, representing
Arabia, Orient, and Africa, arrive the night
of 5th January bringing presents for
children.
The next morning, 6th January, presents will
appear or, if children have misbehaved
during the year, coal .
Most towns in Spain arrange colourful parades representing the arrival of the
Reyes Magos to town so children can see them in their camels or carriages
before they go to bed.
Sweet wine, nibbles, fruit and milk are left for the Kings and their camels.
18. The most important festivals in Spain
Easter
In Easter Christians
commemorate the
death and resurrection
of Jesus Christ.
In Spain it is celebrated
with processions of
floats with sacred
images called “pasos”.
19. Spanish cuisine
Spanish cuisine, which belongs to the
Mediterranean diet, is characterised by
being very healthy and varied. Our most
important ingredient is olive oil.
20. Spanish cuisine
Most famous dishes
Perhaps the two most
famous dishes are
paella and Spanish
omelette.
Paella is made with rice
and vegetables, seafood
or meat.
Spanish omelette is made
with eggs and potatoes.
21. Spanish cuisine
Meat and cold cuts
In Spain all kinds of meat
are eaten.
It is very famous the
embutido (cold cuts). It
is made of seasoned
and dried pork or beef
meat.
Jamón Ibérico is a
worldwide famous
cured ham.
22. Spanish cuisine
Fish and seafood
As it is surrounded by
sea, there is a wide
variety of fresh fish
available in Spain.
Seafood is also very popular
specially spider
crab, lobster, prawns, cla
ms and mussels.
Spanish people eat anything
coming from the
sea, including octopus
and sea urchins.
23. Spanish cuisine
Vegetables and Fruit
A lot of fruit and
vegetables is grown in
Spain and exported
worldwide.
Gazpacho is a cold soup
made with vegetables.
The Canary Islands have
their own variety of
banana, which is tastier
than other varieties.
24. Spanish cuisine
Pulses
There are many
traditional dishes
made with pulses:
lentils, chickpeas, be
ans.
The most famous ones
are Fabada, made
with beans and
Cocido, made with
chickpeas
25. Spanish cuisine
Desserts
There are many typical
desserts corresponding to
the different regions of
Spain.
At Christmas, the traditional
desserts are turrón (made
with almond, honey and
egg white), polvorones
(made with
flour, sugar, milk and
nuts) and marzipan
(made with sugar, almond
meal and egg yolk).
26. Spanish cuisine
Drinks
Spain is famous for its wines.
Rioja and Ribera del Duero
are two important wine
regions.
In Catalonia it is produced a
sparkling wine similar to
champagne called Cava
In Asturias the typical
traditional drink is cider.