Spanish in Mallorca
We offer Spanish language courses at our school in Mallorca, Spain.
Students must be at least 16 years old to participate. |
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Spanish in MallorcaThe Balearic Islands Mallorca, Menorca, Ibiza, Formentera and Cabrera are situated 200 km south of Barcelona off the east coast of Spain. In spite of the close proximity of the different islands, each one has its own very different landscape.
Mallorca has a magnificent coastline with excellent sandy beaches. Menorca is noted for its tranquillity, while Ibiza is most famous for it's young and extravagant nightlife. Formentera and Cabrera are extremely solitary. |
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Mallorca is the largest island covering some 3,640 square km, the furthest distance that can be travelled on the island is 120 km. Palma, the island's capital, has a population of approximately 320.000.
It stretches some 15 km along the coastline, from El Arenal and Palma beach in the east as far as the cosmopolitan districts of Cala Mayor and San Agustin in the west. |
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Most of the major buildings and monuments in Palma were constructed during the "Golden Age," between 1276 and 1344 under the rule of the Kingdom of Aragon.
Among the most impressive is the graceful Gothic Cathedral, which was commissioned by King Jaime I of Aragon in 1230. |
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| Close to cathedral is the old Arab quarter with its maze of narrow streets hiding museums, palaces and exquisite courtyards. Most of the main sights are located within this area bounded by the old walls, especially to the north and east of the cathedral. |
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Palma is stylish, sophisticated, intimate yet bursting with life. It has a wide range of exquisite shopping areas, and restaurants which offer cuisines from all over the world and a bar scene which covers at twenty-four hours any taste.
Around Palma de Mallorca you will find first class beaches with fine sand and crystal- clear waters. It´s no wonder that the Spanish royal family as well as many American celebrities spend their summer vacation in Mallorca.
Palma is a city you cannot but love and no doubt will return to. |
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Palma de Mallorca in a Nutshell
● Location
Mallorca is the largest of the Balearic Islands (Mallorca, Menorca, Ibiza, Formentera and Cabrera) and is situated approximately 200km south of Barcelona. Playa de Palma is Mallorca's main beach and the centre of the island's nightlife. |
● Famous for
Beautiful beaches; holiday resort for celebrities and the Spanish Royal Family; the 'La Seu' gothic cathedral; weekly street markets. |
● School surroundings
Our school is located east of Palma de Mallorca's city centre, just 25 metres from Playa de Palma, Mallorca's main beach and the heart of the island's nightlife. The school is therefore surrounded by bars, cafes and restaurants, and is just a 25 minute bus ride from the city centre. |
● Cities, towns and villages nearby
Palma de Mallorca; Menorca, Ibiza and the other Balearic islands. |
● Places of interest
La Seu Cathedral, Caves of Drach, Cala Millor, Sineu, breathtaking beaches. |
● Special events
Feria de April, Sa Rua Carnival, San Antoni Abat procession of pets (16-17 January), Sant Pere fishing boat procession (28-29 June). |
● Shopping
There are several shopping malls and outlets in the centre of Palma de Mallorca, just a 25 minute bus ride from the school. Here one will find the latest fashion, as well as a vast selection of jewellery and gifts. Every town in Mallorca also has a weekly open-air market, where one will find fresh fruit and vegetables - and much much more! |
● Nightlife
The nightlife in Mallorca needs no introduction. The island is teeming with pubs and discos. |
● Public transport facilities
Buses and taxis. |
● Getting there from the airport
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There is a bus connection to the city centre (bus Nº 1) and to the Playa de Palma (bus Nº 21). |
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A taxi to the city centre or the Playa de Palma costs around 15 Euro. The ride takes 10 minutes. |
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