Toledo – World Heritage Site by UNESCO Toledo is known for its extensive cultural and monumental heritage and historical co-existence of Christian, Muslim and Jewish cultures. We take a guided tour of the gothic/baroque cathedral, built from 1226 to 1449 to learn about the architecture and artwork, including many works by El Greco. We will…
Avila Avila, capital of the Spanish province of the same name, is a city in the rolling hill country northwest of Madrid, and is one of the few remaining intact walled cities in the world. We will be walking to the Roman Wall, begun in 1090, and walking along the tops of the walls to see…
Salamanca Known as Spain’s golden city because of the golden sandstone architectural wonders, Salamanca is one of Spain’s liveliest and historically important cities. We will take a guided tour of the most important sites such as the university, established in the thirteenth century; its two 15th and 16th century cathedrals and the Plaza Mayor, Spain’s…
Segovia Neighborhood Walk On arrival day evening, we will do a walking tour of old town Segovia landmarks. We will visit the Centro were KIIS classes are held to help the students become familiar with the neighborhood that will be their “home away from home” for two weeks.