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Spain sure does have some crazy celebrations! If you are thinking of studying abroad to learn Spanish in Spain, take a look at these celebrations to see if you would like to make your time in Spain coincide with one of them.
1. Running of the Bulls in Pamplona, Spain
You've probably heard of this one, but if you haven't, every year on the 6th of July, humans race bulls in the streets of Pamplona. This is part of the San Fermin Festival, which takes place from July 6-14. The bulls are running from a corral to the bullring. The humans are... well, pretty much getting in the bulls way! Every year, runners are gored and trampled by the bulls, yet there is no shortage of volunteers! Take our advice and witness this event from the sidelines, preferably a balcony if you can find one! For safer activities, try a Spanish school in Pamplona. This is a lovely city in northern Spain which is ideal for learning a new language!
Madrid is an ideal place to study Spanish, as it is the largest and most centrally located city in the country. It is amazing things to offer all kinds of travelers, whether they enjoy art, food, history, nightlife, or all of the above. We've rounded up the best landmarks of the city that we strongly encourage you to see once you get there!
One of the most recognized and visited places in Madrid, the Plaza Mayor is a large common area that offers lots of history, activities, and people watching! Here you can have a seat and watch locals, tourists, street performers, and often festivals and other happenings. Nearby is the Mercado San Miguel, which is a great place to find fresh and delicious Spanish food!
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Think you have to be a student or retired to study a language abroad? Think again!
Most people are unaware of the fact that they can combine business and pleasure abroad by taking language classes specifically geared towards their line of work! And we're not just talking about foreign language teachers, either! Thousands of companies around the world each day benefit from employees with a knowledge of more than one language, and as a global economy thrives, job seekers with knowledge of more than one language can be a more valuable asset than ever!
Merida, Mexico is a grand city close to Mayan ruins and a glorious coastline. It offers a great atmosphere for studying Spanish, as it is not as touristy as other Mexican cities and has something for everyone.
Merida is located in the Yucatan region of Mexico and still retains much of its Mayan heritage. Bul keken, for example, is a Yucateco soup whose name is Mayan for "Beans and pork." Many foods here contain "Achiote," a spice made from one of the regions most plentiful crops - hard Anatto seed.
