Interested in a language study trip to Spain with LEC? This might be the perfect opportunity to discover Salamanca (or Salamanca in its original form), the capital of the province of the same name in the Castile and León region.
A language study trip in the footsteps of Columbus, Cortés, and Cervantes
While its name may not be as well-known as thoseof Oxford, Bologna, or the Sorbonne, Salamanca ranks, alongside these three institutions, among the cities with the longest-standing academic traditions. Among the most notable achievements of this legendary university, one should note that:
- Christopher Columbus prepared for his first voyage to the New World there
- Hernán Cortés studied there before setting out to conquer the Aztec Empire
- Miguel de Cervantes stayed there
A dream city listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site
In addition to the countless treasures Salamanca has to offer young people on language study trips, this youthful, vibrant, and lively city was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1988. This recognition comes as no surprise once you take the time to explore its breathtaking architecture and landscapes.
A language study trip to explore the Casa de las Conchas or the Plaza Mayor
Nestled at an altitude of over 800 meters, you may have the opportunity during your language study trip to Spain to explore the 12th-century Romanesque cathedral, beautiful noble residences such as the Casa de las Conchas, built in the 16th century, the Palace of Monterrey, or even the Plaza Mayor, one of the most stunning squares in the country.