Portales: beginners' Spanish - Audio: Recent Episodes
The Open University
This series of clips covers a variety of issues about Spanish culture and society. Material is taken from The Open University Course L194 Portales: beginners' Spanish.
All about La Ciudad de las Artes y las Ciencias (Arts and Science Museum) in Valencia: one of the most visited attractions on the Mediterranean Coast of Spain.
Transcript -- All about La Ciudad de las Artes y las Ciencias (Arts and Science Museum) in Valencia: one of the most visited attractions on the Mediterranean Coast of Spain.
A description of some of the most emblematic buildings in Valencia. Firstly, the barraca or thatched building, typical of the region. Then the palaces in the Calle Caballeros. Finally, the railway station in Valencia, a modernist masterpiece.
Transcript -- A description of some of the most emblematic buildings in Valencia. Firstly, the barraca or thatched building, typical of the region. Then the palaces in the Calle Caballeros. Finally, the railway station in Valencia, a modernist masterpiece.
Transcript -- A portrait of the bell-ringer from the tower of Micalet, part of Valencia cathedral.
A description of the building and atmosphere at Valencia's Market Hall, El Mercado Central.
Transcript -- A description of the building and atmosphere at Valencia's Market Hall, El Mercado Central.
A description of the cuisine of Valencia and a visit to one of the city's most famous restaurants, La Rosa.
Transcript -- A description of the cuisine of Valencia and a visit to one of the city's most famous restaurants, La Rosa.
A popular fiesta: Las Fallas, which culminates in the burning of specially-constructed wood and papier mache figures.
Transcript -- A popular fiesta: Las Fallas, which culminates in the burning of specially-constructed wood and papier mache figures.