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Smelling strongly of fish and filled with vibrant colors of fruits and vegetables, it is located in the middle of the city, next to the Plaza Mayor.<\/p>\n<p>Portugal was another fun experience. The city of Porto has a great river running through the city, where the Red Bull Air Race is located. The beach was very hot, however, the Atlantic ocean was a bit chillier than the Gulf of Mexico.<\/p>\n<p>Overall, the first week has been a great start to Study Abroad: Spain!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The first week in Spain has been an amazing experience. Spain is a culturally-rich city, reflecting Spanish traditions. The Plaza Mayor is a beautiful structure, with a vibrant ambiance. Being the place to meet, the Plaza Mayor is constantly filled with many people. 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