Our Spanish language school in Córdoba is located in an ideal position in the city, where the old quarter and the commercial town centre meet, so both the main monuments and essential services are within walking distance.

The school building is a traditional two-floor Andalusian house, minutes by foot to La Mezquita, with a central courtyard decorated with plants and flowers, which the classrooms look onto. As well as 18 light, fully-equipped classrooms, there is a library, self-access centre, video room and multimedia room. Students have free access to Internet.

Our committed team consists of qualified native speakers who have considerable experience in working with foreign students. They know how to pass on their motivation and their enthusiasm to their pupils, which enables the latter to immerse themselves in the Spanish language and culture in a cordial and creative atmosphere.

>> Spanish language courses in Cordoba

Cordoba is a city with a population of 350,000 in the very centre of Andalusia, the southernmost region of Spain. It is peaceful and safe, and has a lot to offer: a variety of cultural events, both traditional and modern amenities, its world-famous monuments, its warm, sunny climate - and it is very easy to get to.

Standing at the foothills of the Sierra Morena mountain range with the River Guadalquivir meandering gently past, Cordoba enjoys a warm sunny climate during most of the year. There are superb connections to the closest international airports: you can get here from Madrid in under 2 hours, Seville in 40 minutes and Malaga in about 2 hours.

Cordoba, well known for its history, its beauty and the friendliness of its people, was inscribed on UNESCOs World Heritage List in 1984 and has been named European Cultural Capital for the year 2016.

Echoes of the important historical role Cordoba has played over the centuries abound in the Roman, Visigoth, Moslem, Jewish and Christian remains found all over the city. For seven centuries Christian, Jewish and Moslem cultures flourished side by side and provided an exemplary model of tolerance and peaceful co-existence between different cultures and races.

The countryside around Cordoba, rich in olive groves and vineyards, is dotted with natural parks and the unforgettable white villages, which reflect the real essence of rural Andalusia.

Thanks to its convenient location (on the main Southward road and rail line from Madrid) it is easy to reach Cordoba from the international airports of Seville, Malaga and Madrid. The high speed AVE train gets you here from Madrid (400 km.) in 1 hour 40 minutes, and from Seville (130 km.) in only 40 minutes. It takes 2 hours to get here from Malaga (180 km.) by regular train.

Our Spanish language school in Cordoba organises a full programme of social and cultural activities throughout the year. Most of our activities are free; however keep in mind a fee may be required at times.

Outside the school we organise guided tours where our students will soon discover that Cordoba is a versatile, charming place to stay:

· Historic and Artistic Monuments:
- Mosque - Cathedral
- Fortress of the Christian Monarchs
- Jewish Quarter / Synagogue / Zoco (traditional crafts centre)
- The ruined city of Medina-Azahara.
- Palace of the Marquises of Viana
- Medieval churches of Cordoba
- And much more…

· Town Museums:
Archaeological Museum, Calahorra Tower Museum, Fine Arts Museum, Bullfighting Museum…

· Other activities:
- Free Sevillanas Flamenco dance lessons
- Language exchange
- Cooking lessons
- Flamenco Show
- Arabic tea rooms, baths, belly dancing show…
- Sports and hiking activities.
- Seasonal activities, such as Patios visits, Feria in May, Semana Santa processions in April…

EXCURSIONS
One day excursions every week. Not included in course fees.

· Excursions within the province of Cordoba: Perol (outdoor meal) in the Sierra; Medina Azahara and Almodovar Castle; visit to Montilla wine cellars; Subbetica Natural Park (Villages of Cabra, Zuheros and Priego)
· Excursions outside the province: Seville, Malaga, Granada…

Our students have a choice of different types of carefully selected accommodation, all located in the centre (maximum 20 minutes on foot) and with options to suit all tastes.

Our students are expected to arrive on Sunday before their course starting date and leave on the Saturday
after the course is completed. Please contact us to arrange extra nights accommodation if needed.

Accommodation in shared apartment
Sharing a fully furnished apartment with other students of our school, or young Spaniards in single or double rooms. Kitchen and bathroom are shared. The students do their own washing, cooking and cleaning.

Family accommodation
At our school we believe the best way for students to get the most out of their stay in Cordoba and to get to know Spanish culture better is for them to choose accommodation with one of our carefully selected host families. Homestay accommodation features:
- Half board: breakfast and lunch everyday
- Full board: three meals a day: breakfast, lunch and dinner
- Showers: daily shower facilities
- Laundry: the host will supply, change and wash the bed linen and bath towels every week, and will wash
and iron clothes and linen once a week…

Own apartments
This is the perfect accommodation for those who want to be completely independent. All apartments are located in the historic city centre.
Prices: upon request and subject to availability.

Hotel
We will gladly help with finding and booking a room, if there is a demand.

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