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TEFL International TESOL Course Barcelona, Spain
The TEFL Certification Course in Barcelona, Spain is conducted in an institution in collaboration with TEFL International, which is right at the heart of Barcelona. The building where the TEFL International is has commuters with Internet facilities, big classrooms and other facilities. A TEFL International Certificate from Spain will help in finding Teach English jobs in Spain as the demand is high for ESL teachers in Spain.
TESOL Course Barcelona, Spain
TESOL Certification Course in Barcelona, Spain
Barcelona is a beautiful city where the old and the modern converge. Here we can see the old Roman walls sharing space with ornately carved Gothic churches, with master creations of the Catalan genius Antoni Gaudí famous for his undulating art-nouveau style; and with modern architectures like the Pabelló d´Alemanya (German Pabilion 28 universal expo designed by Mies Van der Rohe).
History: Barcelona glistens on the Mediterranean coast. It is flanked by two rivers and was found more than two thousand years ago. It’s on the North East of the Iberian Peninsula, not too far from France.
Romans, Arabs and Christians all left their marks on Barcelona for centuries. Evidence of this lies strewn all over the city. From the Gothic Quarter built on Roman ruins to its Art Noveau Eixample district dominated by Gaudí's exuberant architecture: Barcelona proudly stands as a city of contrasts. The Gothic churches and the Barri Gotic --a medieval Gothic quarter full of interesting tapas bars and cafes all beckon visitors.
In the 13th and 14th century Barcelona was the crown jewel of the Catalan empire and endures as an unforgettable relic of the Spanish golden era, when the Catalans were all powerful in Europe and dominated the seas from Barcelona. Engineer Idelfons Cerdà was entrusted with the task of expanding Barcelona, or constructing Eixample, which began in 1860. The linear pattern can still be seen today.
The game of Football was discovered here. In the late 1870's one Hans Gamper was playing a new game called 'football' with ten enthusiasts When Gamper established the Barcelona Football Club on 29 November 1899, he perhaps could never anticipate what a phenomenon the game would become!
Tourist attraction: One can safely regard Barcelona as the nicest city in Spain. Its stylish hotels, great restaurants and the long winding streets where one can see a parade of singers, dancers, puppeteers, sidewalk artists, living statues, and many other eccentrics, all add to the charms of the city. There is never a dull moment on the streets. A leisurely stroll down Las Ramblas, a pedestrian street with dozens of cozy Barcelona restaurants and outdoor cafes, is the best way to experience Barcelona.
There are numerous museums in Barcelona as well as theatres and art galleries. It is the centre of art and design and holds many attractions for tourists.
Places to visit: Barcelona is the place for observing different styles of architecture, from Roman to Modern period.
Roman period: Roman walls, 4 remaining columns of the Temple at Centre excursionista, Museu d´historia de la ciutat here you can experience the Roman days.
Gothic period: Santa Maria del Mar (best gothic church), Plaça del Rei, Saló del Tinell, Drassanes, Catedral, Santa Maria del Pi, Llotja de Barcelona, Hospital de la Santa Creu, streets within barri gotic (gothic ward).
Pre-modernist and Modernist period: Gaudí's main works: Sagrada Familia, Casa Batlló, Casa Milà, Parc Güell, Palau Güell, Casa Vicens. Other modernist architects' masterpieces: Palau de la Musica Catalana, Hospital de Sant Pau, Casa Ametller, Casa de les Punxes, Arc de Triompf i Parc de la Ciutadella, Plaça Reial, Passeig de Gracia. Some of those were included in the World Heritage list.
Modern Period: Pabelló d´Alemanya (German Pabilion 28 universal expo, a masterpiece of the modern arquitecture designed by Mies Van der Rohe), Pabelló de la republica (GATPAC), Escola Tecnica Superior d´Arquitectura (Coderech), Macba (museum art contemporani designed by Richard Meyer), Anella Olimpica (olimpic area, Isozaki, Correa, Calatrava...), Torre Agbar (the new symbol in town by Jean Nouvel), Mercat de Santa Caterina (Miralles-Tagliube), Tibidabo´s comunication tower (Norman Foster), Forum´s Convention Center (Herzog & de Meuron).
Art and Museums: Museu Nacional d´Art de Catalunya (MNAC) with the best romanic paintings in the world. This museum preserves the wall frescos of a great part of the romanic churches in Pirineos.
Museu Picasso: The museum is located in a medieval palace on Montcada Street, 15-23 in the Gothic area. Once inside you will discover a magnificent compilation of early Picasso paintings.
Restaurants and bars: There are many along Placa Real and Palau Guell, built by the Catalan architectural genius Antoni Gaudí in his unique art style.
One can visit the Barri Gotic --a medieval Gothic quarter full of interesting tapas bars and cafes. Also check out Picasso’s old hangout, Els Quatre Gats, which retains its bohemian charm. Or head for the old Barceloneta section on the waterfront that is packed with paella restaurants.
Beach: The new beach area, which runs from Barceloneta to the Olympic village, is a lot cleaner than the old beach area. The beach is a popular tourist haunt and has a carnival like appearance.
A walk down the Barcelona´s seashore is very enjoyable. One can start from the Forum of las Culturas area, walk along Passeig Maritim, cross the Vila Olimpica, continue to la Barceloneta, follow el moll de la Fusta to Colon monument. Best moments are at sunrise or at sunset. (3-4 km)
Cost of living: Barcelona is comparatively rich, so prices are much higher than other places in Spain. Still, Barcelona restaurants are relatively cheap -- at lunch time you can find a two course meal and desert for $10-$13US (7-9€), and for an average Barcelona hotel, three meals and a night out, can cost about $225 US (145 Euro) for two persons.
Travel tips: Beware of pickpockets as you walk
on the busy streets of Las Ramblas. Its safer not to carry passport
on your person.
People in Barcelona even at the five star hotels don’t much use
English. It is safer to carry a Spanish Phrase book.
Night life: It has an active night life. If you are looking for a night of endless fun and only fun, Barcelona will leave you spoilt for choice. The city has all types of bars, night clubs and restaurants. You can take your pick from the trendiest to the off beat ones. You can rock all through the night or do hip hop at Plaça Reial area, el Club 13, el Karma or simply spend an intimate evening in glitzy uptown bars like the ones on El Born and La Ribera.
Some of the best night spots are:
El Raval is Barcelona's most diverse area with a mixture of
cultures and atmospheres. It was much neglected until recently, but
it is full of small, hip bars.
El Born and La Ribera, one of the trendiest areas to be in and this area attracts couples and groups in their 30s looking for sophisticated, relaxing, and intimate bars.
Poblenou area: Take some beers at l´Ovella, and after
that try Razzmatazz (one of the best clubs in town). Many popular
bands, such as the Chemical Brothers, Massive Attack, Coldplay,
Blur, and Oasis all played in this hall during their early tours.
Vila Olimpica area: For nice people, catalans say "ambiente algo
mas pijo". Try at Baja club or Catwalk.
Weather: Spring is the best time to visit Barcelona, as you can expect a temperature of around around 68 degrees Fahrenheit (20C). During summer, it can get very hot and humid, about 86 degrees Fahrenheit (30C), and extremely crowded, due to the large number of tourists and numerous cultural events taking place in September. Barcelona can be as expensive as you want it to be.
People: Catalans are known for their independent spirit as well as their sense of humor. Salvador Dali was a Catalan . They are open minded and love to interact. They know how to make a stranger feel at home.
Dress codes: The Spaniards are usually very modern in their clothing. They love designer wares and look for good quality product more than brand. Spanish brands are trendy and reasonable.
Teenage girls prefer trousers than skirts. Denim is definitely 'in'. However the older people dress conservatively but stylishly. Skimpy clothing is not acceptable in small villages, away from the coast. One should be particularly careful of dress code if entering churches. Swim-wear and short skirts are frowned upon.
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