About Cádiz, Spain
Cádiz is a beautiful coastal town in southern Spain. Students walk the cobblestone streets in the old part of the city on their way to classes and to the beach. The beach is a big draw—the water is warm, people are out playing soccer, taking a siesta, and enjoying the laid back atmosphere of the city.
This region is the oldest inhabited area in Western Europe, dating as far back as 1600 BC. It has a long history of battles being conquered by the Phoenicians, Romans, Moors, and Christians. We are lucky to be able to tour and learn about this ancient history, and live amongst the old historic buildings.
It is an interesting fact to note that when Christopher Columbus set sail for the Americas, he left from the ports of Cádiz. The ship, Santa María, was named after one of the towns that we visit on our trip.
For pictures and video of Cádiz, please click here. We also take nearby excursions including the picturesque city of Sevilla.
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