Machu Picchu is a pre-Columbian city that was created by the Inca in the 15th century. Forgotten for centuries by everyone but the locals, the city remained 'lost' for over three centuries until it was brought back to international attention in 1911.

El dia de los muertos (day of the dead) is celebrated on November 1st, throughout Mexico with variations seen in other Latin American countries and other parts of the world.

It is a joyous holiday commemorating the lives of those who have passed away. It is part of a three-day celebration honouring the dead, who are believed to return to their homes on October 31st, Halloween.

Here is a blog full of great photos of Guanajuato by one of our former students. An excellent way to see a bit more of Mexico and about don Quijote Spanish school in Guanajuato.

http://justsoyoucansee.blogspot.com/

If you want more information about learning Spanish in Mexico ask for a free brochure here. 

Did you know don Quijote now offers Spanish courses in 4 locations in Mexico?

Learn Spanish while you discover the colonial beauty and indigenous cultures of two stunning World Heritage cities - Guanajuato or Oaxaca.

More interested in surf than history? Take your classes under Caribbean thatched roofs in the garden of our school in coastal Playa del Carmen, or spend your after-class time enjoying the beach and night life in Puerta Vallarta.

In any of these Mexican destinations, you can choose from a wide range of courses, including Intensive and Superintensive, the new mini-group Executive Premium courses for students short on time, Volunteer programs and Medical Spanish.

Contact a Course Counselor for more info!

Last week we had Pedro, the director of our Spanish school in Guanajuato, visiting us here in Salamanca. He told us about don Quijote's beautiful school in Mexico, about the students (here is a picture), and about the volunteer programs.

If you want to learn or improve Spanish adding a special something to your Spanish course, try our volunteer programs in México.

don Quijote offers you a four week Spanish course followed by a four week volunteer experience in various social institutions. A chance to work with people less fortunate and make a difference in their lives. While helping those in need you will be able to improve your Spanish and enjoy the beautiful Mexican city of Guanajuato.

Volunteer programs are also available in Ecuador, Bolivia, Costa Rica, Peru and Guatemala.

Request more information here

don Quijote has just announced that the annual special Christmas offer will be 3 weeks for the price of 2. Here's the promotion as it hits the streets today: