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Spanish Immersion
Bogotá
Our
Spanish
immersion
program in Bogotá, Colombia,
is an opportunity to improve
your language proficiency in
leaps and bounds. You will
take 4 hours of Spanish per
day, have the option to join
free English-­‐Spanish, and
interact with people Spanish-­‐
speaking.
Bogotá
the
capital
of
Colombia is located in the
center of the country on a vast
plain 2,640 meters above sea
level.
It has a mild temperature and
a population of almost eight
million inhabitants who come
from all corners of Colombia.
It´s a city as diverse as the
entire country.
The city is a tourist destination where culture, amusement, fine dining, shopping, education and
many other activities are available. Additionally, thanks to the existence of more than 70
museums and art collections, 28 churches of touristic interest, more than 50 shopping centers, 6
astronomic regions, restaurants, bars and discotheques, educational centers and theme parks
among others, has made the city a diverse and inclusive destination where residents, visitors and
tourists can find a multitude of options to satisfy any taste.
Bogota is the seat of the national government and one of the most important industrial,
commercial and cultural centers in South America. The architecture of the city ranges from that
of its colonial and republican period found in the historic center of the city, to its modern
buildings highlighted by the architecture of Rogelio Salmona. His use of brickwork reflects an
architectural style in the capital that can be appreciated in the Torres de la Parque, la Biblioteca
Virgilio Barco, the Archivo General de la Nacion and the Centro Cultural Gabriel Garcia Marquez
among others.
Although Bogota is notable for its cuisine, the city is also famous for its wide variety of
nightlife, where it’s possible to discover a range of options and styles that can be
found in its bars and discotheques which feature Colombian music such as salsa and
the vallenato, as well as international music such as tango, lounge and electronica
among others.
Bogota has a vibrant cultural life, which distinguishes it as one the most important
capital cities in Latin America. Every day the capital hosts art exhibits, plays, concerts,
films, literature and music festivals among others, that provide its citizens and visitors
with a wide range of options to choose from.
The city has more than 70
museums and cultural centers,
among some of the most
outstanding include the Museo del
Oro, el Museo Nacional, el Museo
Botero and the Centro Cultural
Gabriel Garcia Marquez. In
addition, Bogota possesses a
network of public libraries that
have been the recipient of major
awards and recognition. Bogota is
also recognized for cultural events
such
as
the
Festival
Iberoamericano de Teatro, the
most important in the world of its
kind, the Feria Internacional del
Libro, one of the most renown on
the continent and the Festival Rock
al Parque, the most widely
attended free open-­‐air concert in
Latin America.
These offerings are complemented
by the excellent tourist services
which include more than 70 travel
operators, more than 350 travel
and tourist agencies, more than 70
car rental agencies, professional
tourist guides and 17 tourist
information facilities available to
provide promotional material and
assistance in the preparation of
tours and travel agendas for both
domestic and international tourists.
Finally, the best part of the city is its
people. Colombians are famous for
their friendliness and they enjoy
the progressive environment of
their city and the advantages of
living in a creative, modern,
tolerant and inclusive capital city.
WHY CHOOSE BOGOTA
TO LEARN SPANISH?
La Academia Colombiana de la
Lengua, without doubt is one of
the oldest language academies
in Latin America and is a
pioneer in language advisory in
the country. Colombia has
affected the world with its
legendary and public renowned
literary figures. This is thanks to
the
important
work
of
internationally
distinguished
Colombian writers of successful
works of literature, such as
Gabriel Garcia Marquez, Rafael
Pombo, Alvaro Mutis, Jorge
Isaacs and Jose Asuncion Silva,
among others. The Spanish of
Bogota is characterized by its
understandable
accent.
Throughout the country, the
Spanish spoken in Bogota is
recognized for maintaining its
quality with regard to their
Spanish forbearers.
The city has a broad range of academic choices specializing in the study of the Spanish language. It
has excellent professors trained to satisfy the needs and expectations of the foreign population.
Adding to this it’s important to understand that although there are foreigners who are living in
Bogota, it is not a large number relative to the Colombia residents. This means that the individual
who wants to learn the language will have plenty of opportunities to do so.
There are also informal groups and communities that organize sporadic exchanges through social
networks such as Facebook and Couchsurfing, which are already recognized and in which generally
one can practice their language skill for free, but rather through recreational activities.
For these reasons and for the list of advantages found below, Bogota is your best choice for
learning Spanish.
An established and growing tourist destination.
Between 2000 and 2010 growth in international arrivals showed a large increase in the capital and the
country. While the rest of the world saw an increase of 15%, Colombia grew by 71% and Bogota grew by
88%. In 2011, one million six hundred thousand foreigners entered the country by air . Of this group 54%
chose the city of Bogota as their final destination, or about nine hundred and one thousand people. However,
the city received a total of 8 million national and international visitors, which ranks it as the main tourist
destination in the country.
The growth in the number of tourists in the city has taken place because Bogota has consolidated its
position as a great place for business, in addition to being one of the safest and most diverse cities.
The foreign tourist coming from a country where Spanish is not the official language will find Bogota
to be an ideal place to learn the language. It is a beautiful city that embraces all its visitors, where
one can enjoy it richness, beautiful architecture, scents, and colors found in every corner of the city.
Its flavors will delight the palate and be enjoyed by all tastes.
Strategic location
connectivity:
with
excellent
air
Bogota is strategically located in the heart of
the country and of the continent. Its
airportmoves the largest number of
passengers in Colombia and has excellent
connectivity, which ensures the transport of
passengers with direct, timely and quick
international flights and easy air access.
The city is only five hours by air from major
cities like New York, Mexico City and Sao
Paulo.
Qualified programs for teaching Spanish:
In
Bogota,
Spanish
language
instruction is offered at almost 27
institutions,
universities
and
specialized centers with trained
professionals who guide their
students during the learning process.
They base their instruction on the
correct knowledge and acquisition of
the language within the cultural
context of the city of Bogota.
Currently, the demand of foreign
students is increasing because of the
importance that Spanish has
achieved
in
the
educational
institutions found in each country.
Children make up a large part of this
segment. The overall number of
students of Spanish as a second
language is 17.8 million individuals ,
the majority of who come from
Europe, the United States, Asia and
Brazil.
BOGOTÁ SHOPPING Bogota is an ideal shopping destination for quality and variety of name brands and products. Among the most
desired goods are high fashion and designer products, leather goods, shoes, art, books, music, emeralds and jewelry,
antiques, crafts and Pre-­‐Colombian reproductions.
There are more than 50 shopping centers in the city, including the largest in South America -­‐ The Centro Mayor).
Additionally, there are Outlet stores (outdoor commercial areas located in the city’s industrial areas) and specific
sections such as the “Ruta de la Moda” (Fashion Route) which allow visits to the workshops of the most renowned
Colombian designers, who enjoy international prestige.
BOGOTÁ RUMBERA
If there is a single unique attribute of Colombia, that would be the “Rumba”. Best described as music of
all types, this rhythm permeates the city’s streets, festivals and best local establishments where people
can go to have fun and enjoy a good time. The party atmosphere and rumba of Bogota offer a variety of
options for all tastes. There is karaoke, live music, pubs, electronica, salsa music as well as Colombian
music known as vallenato, among others. In addition to learning Spanish in Bogota, when you return to
your own country, you will have mastered Latin rhythms like salsa, merengue and the vallenato, among
others.
BOGOTÁ -­‐ ENTERTAINMENT
There are a variety of parks and attractions in Bogota where children, young people and adults
can head to have fun. Among the best are the specific theme museums such as the Maloka, the
best interactive science and technology museum in Latin America.
You’ll also find amusement parks such as the Salitre Magico and the Mundo Aventura (Adventure
World) and theme parks located on the outskirts of the city such as the Jaime Duque and the
Parque Nacional de la Cultura Agropecuaria -­‐ Panaca Sabana.
LEISURE ACTIVITIES In Bogota, you will find fun and entertainment for all tastes: movies, performances, rumba of every
possible variety. There’s a range of activities to fill your leisure time, you can enjoy the parks, sports
venues and recreational areas that can be found throughout the city.
Another major attraction are the bikeways, spaces that allow the general public to move about the
city while enjoying healthy exercise whether through walking, roller blading or just by taking part in
the dynamic aerobic sessions offered each Sunday and holidays.
Intensive Course
(96 horas)
(Five Weeks) A1 Intensive Course
(144 horas) ( Seven Weeks)
A2
ü Accommodation
five weeks
ü Breakfast
ü Dinner
ü Five tourist departures in Bogota and surroundings.
ü Accommodation
seven weeks
ü Breakfast
ü Dinner
ü Seven tourist departures in Bogota and surroundings.
Intensive Course
(192 horas) (Ten Weeks)
B1
ü Accommodation seven
weeks
ü Breakfast
ü Dinner
ü Ten tourist departures in Bogota and surroundings.
PROGRAM CONTENT SPANISH FOR FOREIGNERS
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of
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and
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the foothills of the Sierra
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seen on clear days from the
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of
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