A group of pupils from Eden Boys’ School, Manchester embarked on an enriching four-day tour of Spain in March, immersing themselves in the country’s captivating Islamic history.
The trip aimed to deepen the pupils’ knowledge and understanding of ancient civilisations – and their rise and fall – to enrich their history studies.
The adventure began with a visit to the magnificent Royal Alcazar Palace of Seville – believed to be the oldest palace in Europe still in use – and the iconic Le Giralda, which was built in the 1100s as the minaret for the Great Mosque of Seville. After exploring the ancient sites of Seville, the group travelled to Cordoba to admire the Mosque Cathedral and enjoy an insightful walking tour of the Jewish Quarter and the Medina area.
The whistle-stop tour of the Andalusia region continued with a trip to Granada, where the pupils marvelled at the breathtaking Alhambra Palace and the Granada Mosque. The trip concluded with a trek in the Alpujarras mountains, a historical region lined with olive groves, natural springs and rugged scenery, before pupils refuelled with a traditional meal in a mountain village.
Pupil Subhan Faheem said:
“I learnt so much about the history of Spain that I was unaware of. It has really deepened my understanding of civilisations’ rise and fall. It has sparked a desire within me to learn more about this fascinating area.”