“Here is the Plaza de Mayor. It is grand. It is a place where we all meet as a group so we can go together to our destination. We meet directly under the clock. It is located in the center as all roads branch out from there. It is like a home base. If we were ever to get lost, it was comforting to know we could always start over by returning to the plaza. The plaza has everything you need or it is close proximity.
What was amazing during my time to blog was the Festival of Lights. The Plaza de Mayor took on a face of its own. It was as is CAD designers met up with Graphic artist on Rocket fuel. Short films were made with the plaza structure back drop from many different country’s students of graphic arts. It lasted for 1 1/2 hours to innovative music. It started at 10:45 and ended at 12:30. To be honest I am usually wild and crazy til about 9pm however the night life doesn’t get started til 10pm or so. I am happy that that I am getting use to staying up so late. It was spectacular!
The Plaza de Mayor is where I saw my first ever Futbol game. The plaza was packed with fanatics as they live and die for the Espana team. Most restaurants/cafeterias had outdoor dining with televisions to watch the game. The balconies had the Espana flag hanging for the spirit of their home team. It was a bit warm outside and with the sun reflecting we decided to get a table inside downstairs where it was cool with some great tapas. I learned so much about the game and now a fan of Espana Futbol, although I will always favor American Football. The plaza enlightened me to the culture of Spain. Eating tapas, drinking red wine and conversing with those around you is common. When asking for directions people are so friendly. It’s delightful to read the menus, window shop and buy souvenirs or ice cream. The plaza will leave a fond place in my heart and memories for a lifetime. I count my blessings everyday, as everyday seems to surpass my expectations. So if you ever get the chance to study abroad…do it! I’m sure you will not be disappointed. I am reminded by the words of Anthony Bourdain whose death has impacted my trip.”-Deanna Banks, SPC student, Spain 2018
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