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Several activities are organized during the week for entertainment and cultural enhancement. The coordinator of these events is Miriam Losa. Miriam, better known as the SHEPARD, is a 23 year old Spanish graduate student who works for FORSPRO in the summers. She leads groups of college and high school students around Madrid on their free time. Below are some of the activities she planned for last summer. |
| Get acquainted with Madrid: Metro and walking tour of the area of Moncloa, Royal Palace, and Puerta del Sol. Both college and high school students are welcome to explore the city through the eyes of a Spanish student. |
| Teleferico: A ride by cable car to the Casa de Campo where students can take pictures of Madrid from high above the city. Then on to the Plaza de Espaņa area for some Tapas and learn about the typical foods in Spain. |
| Parque del Retiro: Paddle boat ride around the lake. Later (college students only) continue to the area of Moncloa for more tapas. |
| Chueca Area: (College students only). Get acquainted with the nightlife. Visit different areas and places where the young Madrileņos gather. |
| Amusement Park: The park has the very best in new-generation attractions such as the "Tornado", or the "Lanzadera". A great way in which to relax and enjoy the endless supply of street theater, shows, restaurants and theme stores. |
| Campo del Moro and Royal Palace gardens: Eat in the gardens of the Palacio Real and watch clown acts with a magnificent view of the surrounding area (college students only). |
| Ice Skating: A fun time to enjoy ice skating with friends. |
| Santiago de Bernabeu: Visit the stadium where the Real Madrid plays. Real Madrid is one of the best soccer teams in the world having won the European Cup several times. |
| Bullfight: Everyone is welcome to see one of the most typical entertainments in Spain. |
| T-Shirt Painting: Our farewell activity is painting t-shirts. Great time to buy a Forspro t-shirt and let your friends paint messages on it - you will cherish the memories forever! |
| Zarzuela and Tapas in Sevilla area: One of the most popular activities where teachers and students alike get to enjoy the great Spanish popular music theatre that originated in the 17th century with the great playwright Calderon de la Barca. Later (college students only), more tapas around the area of Madrid known as Sevilla where the action, known as "La Movida", starts. |
| Zoo-Aquarium: Animal lovers and those with an interest in science and nature will experience an unforgettable day at the Zoo-Aquarium. |