Language Extremes
Languages Extremes | Study Abroad | TEFL International
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Alexandria, Egypt Nicknamed the Pearl of the Mediterranean, Alexandria is the perfect city to immerse yourself in the culture and language of Egypt. History comes alive in the city from the Pharaohs, to Alexander the Great, to the Crusades. Alexandria has been home to several wonders of the ancient world, from the Lighthouse and Library bearing its name to the Catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa. Practice your Arabic skills by immersing yourself in the people through visits to the scenic Montaza Palace and gardens or relaxing on the beach at El Maamoura. Kolkata, India Come to Kolkata to learn either the second most spoken language in the world, Hindi, or the native language, Bengali. The capital of West Bengal, India, is as steeped in history is it can be. The former capital of India during the British Raj, there are monuments and architecture galore to be seen in this colorful and diverse city. A cultural center of India, and Bengal in particularly, the city's charm comes through in ways beyond just history. Immerse yourself in the culture by going to one of the city's film festivals in "Tollywood." Watch the sunrise over the Ganges or sample the local delicacies like macher jhol (fish curry) and mishti doi (sweet yogurt). Beijing, China The Beijing is the capital and second largest city in the People's Republic of China, famously the most populous nation in the world. Allow yourself to be swept away by one of the fastest growing cities in the world. Practice your Mandarin among the mixture of historical China and architecture that is among the newest in the world. Join the hustle and bustle of the Central Business District, or lose yourself in the history of the Palace Museum within the Forbidden City. This is your opportunity to be an active participant in this new phase of China's history. Come to a city that has recently rediscovered itself during and in the wake of the 2008 Olympics. Prague, Czech Republic Situated on the river Vltava, Prague is as beautiful as it is historic.Home to Pražský hrad, the largest ancient castle in the world, according to Guinness Book of World Records. Visit such historic sights as Prague's Astronomical Clock and the scenic Charles Bridge. It's not surprising that tourists flock to Prague from all over the world, but why not have a more full experience by immersing yourself in the language as well as the culture? Say "Ahoj!" to an experience unlike any other. Immerse yourself in the beauty of the culture of the historic Czech Republic through learning the language. Ios, Greece The Cultural Extremes Greek language immersion class is located on the beautiful island of Ios. The scenic island is a four hour ferry ride from Athens, and its scenic white stucco houses await you atop the hills that overlook the beautiful beaches and bright blue waters of the Mediterranean. If you are interested in learning Greek, there is no better way than by plunging head first into the sunny, blue waters of this immersion. Rome, Italy; Tuscany, Italy How do you describe an area that has been the home of hundreds of historical figures, thousands of years of history, and some of the choicest cuisine the world has to offer? In one of the world's most beautiful languages, of course! C'é bellisima! This Language Extreme is an immersion for all of your senses. Feast your eyes upon some of the most recognizable landmarks on earth or the artwork of some of the greatest minds in history. Learn Italian in either the scenic Tuscan countryside or the historic and active city of Rome. Seoul, South Korea Anneyong Haseyo! The booming metropolis of Seoul, South Korea awaits you with its bustling streets and bright lights. Immerse yourself in this Cultural Extreme on the Han river from the night clubs of Hongdae and Gangnam to the tea houses of Insa Dong. Sing karaoke at a nuraebang, watch a taekwando match, or climb Seoul Tower at sunset for a breathtaking view of the city's bright lights. The easily navigable and efficient subway system can get you anywhere in the "Soul of Asia." Learn Korean in the most Korean city in the world as you sample the delicious and healthy food of this extremely international city. Immerse yourself in the heart of Korean culture. Seville, Spain; Barcelona, Spain; Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica; Buenos Aires, Argentina With an estimated 358,000,000 native speakers world-wide, Spanish is the world's third most spoken language. Also, it is required course content of many education certificates in the United States. Cultural Extremes offers an astoundingly diverse number of Spanish immersion classes. From the jungles and beaches of Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica to the history and architecture of Barcelona, Spain, the courses don't just offer the chance to practice Spanish, they offer the chance to be completely absorbed by the culture and people of your chosen destination. It would be impossible to describe the history, architecture, culture, and beauty a person can experience at any one of our centers in the Spanish-speaking world. Come see for yourself! All that remains is for you to chose between tango lessons in Buenos Aires or the festivals of Semana Santa in Seville. Remember, Cultural Extremes encourages you to participate in language education, not just experience it. |