Granada Public Transportation On some occasions a bus, the subway, or taxi may be required, but for the most part, Granada is a walkable city. Commuting Commuting from your housing to the IES Abroad Granada Center may take up to 30 minutes on foot or 20 minutes by bus. Barcelona Commuting Daily commuting is a reality for all who live in or near Barcelona, just as in any major city. Like local students, you will commute to the Center and partner institutions using the public transportation system. Commuting time from all housing options can take up to 50 minutes. The IES Abroad Barcelona Center...

Granada Casa de Porras You can take classes at the Casa de Porras, a cultural center and part of the University of Granada. Offerings include art courses such as photography, ceramics, and drawing, or dance classes in belly dancing and flamenco. You will have the opportunity to sign up for the cultural center upon arrival. See http://ve.ugr.es/pages/casa-de-porras/index for details. Meeting Local People Making friends in Granada is often a main priority for students. It’s not always easy to meet people, especially people your own age—doing so will likely require initiative on your part and...

Granada has sunny weather most of the year. Due to its mountainous setting, late fall and winter nights are cooler than in other parts of Andalusia. Winter temperatures tend to be quite extreme, often below freezing at night, and warm during the day. Early fall and spring are pleasant, with plenty of sunshine. Barcelona enjoys a moderate Mediterranean climate, with hot summers and a lot of sunshine. High temperatures average 85ºF in June. When packing clothes, remember to bring layers as temperatures can vary considerably between morning, midday, and evening. It is a good idea to bring...

Granada Located at the foot of the Sierra Nevada mountains, Granada is a picturesque city full of vitality and activity. With a rich history, Granada has been settled since ancient times by Iberians, Romans and Visigoths. For almost 800 years up until 1492, Granada was ruled by Muslim caliphates and became the capital of the Emirate of Granada under Nasrid rule during the 13th century. This Islamic-period influence and Moorish architecture are still incredibly apparent in the famous Albayzín neighborhood and other monuments throughout the city like the iconic Alhambra, a medieval Nasrid palace...