Learn Spanish in Nicaragua
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Program Terms • Year Round Program Participants • Undergraduate (College) • Graduate (College) • Adults Subject Areas • Spanish		Quick Look • Location: Granada - Nicaragua • Language of Instruction: Spanish Overview Learn Spanish Language in Nicaragua: Located on the northwest shore of Lake Nicaragua, Granada is the oldest continuously inhabited city in continental Latin America. It was founded in 1524 by Hernandez de Cordoba, and is a great base for travel to the Pacific coast and the capital. This quaint, colonial town stands in the shadow of the Volcano Mombacho. Its inhabitants refer to Granada as “La Gran Sultana” (The Grand Sultan). The heart of the town is located at the Parque Central, where one can visit the many food stalls, civic buildings, the Cathedral and other attractions. School Facilities: The main office and classrooms are located on Calle La Calzada a short distance from the Parque Central. Calle La Calzada is one of the oldest streets in the city - generally regarded as very beautiful - the street goes from the park to the waterfront of Lake Cocibolca (Lake Nicaragua), the biggest lake in the country. Moreover, Calle La Calzada is an up and coming shopping area and has a variety of restaurants, shops and hotels. Capacity is 60 students per day. Participants: Mostly 25-40 independent travelers; European (Netherlands, Norway, Sweden, Denmark) or North American. Other: Other campuses in Leon, Esteli and San Juan del Sur are available and you may decide to transfer to these while on-site in granada. In addition, the “Flor de Pochote” Eco-Farm campus in Masatepe, Masaya is offered. Built specifically for international students, the campus is located near a volcano and a crater lake. Housing/Accommodation • Apartment / Flat Program Costs Prices vary. Please see website for exact details. Costs Include:  5 hrs/day classes (25 hrs/wk), Group classes (max 3), Private room with host family, 3 meals daily, Some organized activities, Emergency message service Dates Start any Monday Deadlines 4 wks before the program start date Contact AmeriSpan Study Abroad 1334 Walnut St., 6th Floor Philadelphia, PA 19107 USA Tel: Toll Free from US: (800) 879-6640 or (215) 751-1100 Fax: (215) 751-1986 Email Send Email Web Visit Website
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