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UNESCO World Heritage Cities

  • Nov 22, 2024
  • 1 min read

Updated: Apr 8

This activity consists of field trips to various of Spain's most important cities from a socio-historical perspective - those designated as UNESCO World Heritage Cities for their exceptional universal value. The activity includes diverse and interesting cultural explorations in each location, guided by a professional, throughout the day.


La actividad Ciudades Patrimonio de la Humanidad de UNESCO forma parte del Área 1 del programa Gap Year in Spain de CIS y la Universidad Carlos III de Madrid.

Key takeaways


At the end of the activity, students will be able to:


  1. Acquire a thorough understanding of the concept of World Heritage sites.

  2. Know about the history of the cities visited and the influence received from different cultures.

  3. Know important places of some of the great cultural cities of Spain.

  4. Achieve a better understanding of the socio-historical construction of Spain.


Quick facts:


ECTS credits: 2

Language: English

Semester: Fall|Spring


*The activity takes place off-campus and includes trips to two World Heritage Cities, selected by the academic team. Scheduled on different dates throughout the semester, these visits give you the chance to explore new places, experience their culture firsthand, and connect your learning to the real world - without the need for overnight stays.

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