The city of Cusco, Peru is a thriving cultural center for locals and visitors alike. Situated in the foothills of the Andes Mountains, Cusco is located in southeastern Peru. The location is perfect for those who seek adventures in the mountains- climbing, biking, horseback riding, and hiking. It is perfect for those looking for water adventures like rafting and fishing. It is a perfect destination for those looking to explore the ancient ruins of and around Machu Picchu. And it is perfect for Ecela school students looking to experience Spanish immersion in Cusco.
The land surrounding Cusco is home to villages that are sprinkled throughout the lush valleys and occupied by indigenous people. Villagers still hold important their heritage and celebrate their culture just as the generations before them did. Agriculture is thriving- supplying city merchants with textiles, fruits and vegetables.
Back in the city the Ecela school will allow you to further you Spanish classes in Peru. The school in Cusco is located within a few blocks of the famed Plaza de Armas. The plaza is a central meeting location for tourists and locals alike. It is common to find people gathered and having lunch, making plans for the evening, or watching an impromptu dance. The city center was also the city center during the Incan Empire, and therefore is surrounded by the cathedral, shops and restaurants. If you’re lucky to visit during a holiday season, don’t be surprised to see a festival taking place in the Plaza de Armas of Cusco.
Your Spanish immersion experience in Cusco will be elevated once you get out of the classroom and begin to mingle with locals. One of the best places engage with locals and practice Spanish is at the market. You can ask about exotic fruits or local crafts.
The city is culturally rich in its history- a history that is still alive today through the locals. The Andean people hold their customs and traditions very important and enjoy sharing them with visitors. For this reason you will have a chance to explore the city with new-found friends and create memories that you will treasure forever.
The Guidebooks on Cusco, Peru …
Lonely Planet:
The high-flying Andean city of Cuzco (also Cusco, or Qosq’o in the Quechua language) is the uneasy bearer of many grand titles. It was once the foremost city of the Inca empire, and is now the undisputed archaeological capital of the Americas, as well as the continent’s oldest continuously inhabited city. more..
Frommer’s:
The storied capital of the Inca Empire and gateway to the imperial city of Machu Picchu, Cusco (also spelled Cuzco) is one of the undisputed highlights of South America. Stately and historic, with stone streets and building foundations laid by the Incas more than 5 centuries ago, the town is much more than a mere history lesson. More…
How to Find Ecela Cusco:
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Ecela Cusco: Calle Jiron Ricardo Palma L5
Phone: 233 640
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- eLesson 1: Peruvian Food & Drink
- eLesson 2: Peruvian Cinema
- eLesson 3: Peruvian Personalities
- eLesson 4: Peruvian Literature
- eLesson 5: Peruvian Slang Terms