Aragón by Kristina Whitt https://padlet.com/kristina_whitt/41fmnvd9uhdg SPAIN en-us 2019-09-11 16:29:58 UTC 2023-09-05 18:39:00 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet.pics/1/image.webp?t=g_auto&url=https%3A%2F%2Fpadlet.net%2Ficons%2Fpng%2F2708.png Palacio de la Aljaferia kristina_whitt https://padlet.com/kristina_whitt/41fmnvd9uhdg/wish/383269855 This monument carries a lot of history for the era  of the Kings of Aragon. All the way from the floor to ceiling are traces of ancient agriculture. ]]> 2019-09-12 14:06:38 UTC https://padlet.com/kristina_whitt/41fmnvd9uhdg/wish/383269855 Basilica de Nuestra Senora del Pilar kristina_whitt https://padlet.com/kristina_whitt/41fmnvd9uhdg/wish/383289180 This major plaza tributes to Saint James and Virgin Mary. Both inside and out are breathtaking views.]]> 2019-09-12 14:28:19 UTC https://padlet.com/kristina_whitt/41fmnvd9uhdg/wish/383289180 Cordero en chilindrón ashlynn_sapp https://padlet.com/kristina_whitt/41fmnvd9uhdg/wish/386033093 The lamb in chilindrón is one of the typical dishes of the cuisine of Aragon. It is a stew in tomato sauce and vegetables that has lamb meat in pieces.]]> 2019-09-18 15:40:21 UTC https://padlet.com/kristina_whitt/41fmnvd9uhdg/wish/386033093 La caleta manuel_boakye https://padlet.com/kristina_whitt/41fmnvd9uhdg/wish/386037078 La Caleta is a famous beach that tourist love to visit! Nestled situated between the castles of San Sebastián and Santa Catalina, is the most popular beach in Cádiz. There are restaurants, beach bars, flamenco clubs and even a decadent spa in the surrounding area. Residents of Cádiz are proud of their iconic beach, and you'll hear about it in many of the songs they sing during Carnival]]> 2019-09-18 15:44:54 UTC https://padlet.com/kristina_whitt/41fmnvd9uhdg/wish/386037078 Magras con tomate ashlynn_sapp https://padlet.com/kristina_whitt/41fmnvd9uhdg/wish/386037773 Traditionally in Aragon, pork and ham have been party and luxury dishes. The ham was eaten raw unless the quintessential dish appeared on the scene: the lean ones, also called "chullas", with tomato. Thick slices were cut to take advantage of the bone to the knuckle or "stilt"]]> 2019-09-18 15:45:50 UTC https://padlet.com/kristina_whitt/41fmnvd9uhdg/wish/386037773 Languages in Aragon ashlynn_sapp https://padlet.com/kristina_whitt/41fmnvd9uhdg/wish/386069130 The Aragonese language is a Romance language spoken in the north of Aragon by 10,000 people. It is similar to nearby languages: Spanish, Catalan and Occitan.]]> 2019-09-18 16:25:51 UTC https://padlet.com/kristina_whitt/41fmnvd9uhdg/wish/386069130 Pilar Festival kristina_whitt https://padlet.com/kristina_whitt/41fmnvd9uhdg/wish/386076820 The city of Zaragoza (a city in Aragon) celebrates this festival for 7 days. This folk celebration is held in October and it celebrates the historical achievements of the city.]]> 2019-09-18 16:35:26 UTC https://padlet.com/kristina_whitt/41fmnvd9uhdg/wish/386076820 Carnival kristina_whitt https://padlet.com/kristina_whitt/41fmnvd9uhdg/wish/386083076 This event is held in Bielsa, a city in Aragon. The celebration holds best in the region with men dressed as "trangas" (goat-like creature) as they run around with bells representing fertility.]]> 2019-09-18 16:44:02 UTC https://padlet.com/kristina_whitt/41fmnvd9uhdg/wish/386083076 Traditional dance kristina_whitt https://padlet.com/kristina_whitt/41fmnvd9uhdg/wish/386091075 Aragon's traditional dance is called "jota". This dance is rather fast and it's exact style and music is known all through Aragon]]> 2019-09-18 16:54:32 UTC https://padlet.com/kristina_whitt/41fmnvd9uhdg/wish/386091075 The Aragonese Pyrenees manuel_boakye https://padlet.com/kristina_whitt/41fmnvd9uhdg/wish/387440156 Lying between Spain and France, The Pyrenees is a mountain range in southwest Europe that stretches more than 430km between Spain and France and rising higher than 3,400m in elevation. 
The Pyrenees is the perfect place for nature lovers to visit. The incredible sights throughout the region will leave you speechless!
]]> 2019-09-20 20:59:27 UTC https://padlet.com/kristina_whitt/41fmnvd9uhdg/wish/387440156 Amantes Foundation manuel_boakye https://padlet.com/kristina_whitt/41fmnvd9uhdg/wish/387938985 Teruel's most popular and interesting attraction pulls out the stops on the city's famous legend of the lovers (amantes) Isabel de Segura and Juan Diego Mártinez de Marcilla. Come visit this beautiful museum to learn the history behind it! ]]> 2019-09-23 04:04:57 UTC https://padlet.com/kristina_whitt/41fmnvd9uhdg/wish/387938985 Weather and Clothing manuel_boakye https://padlet.com/kristina_whitt/41fmnvd9uhdg/wish/387955797 Spain has seasonal weather just like America, but with a few differences. in the winter, weather ranges from 52-61°
Spring days in Spain range from 79-82°
anywhere from 80-100° is normal for summer days
and anywhere from 50-70° in Autumn.
It is recommended to wear clothing like:
-breathable materials such as denim or khaki during the summer, and longer sleeved shirts in the winter.
-Pants or long skirts is recommended any season. 
-Walking shoes are recommended as well
Avoid dressing like a stereotypical tourist; this makes you an easy mark for pick-pockets and alienates you from the locals.



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