Day 7: Diputación & Casco Viejo

Maddie Ryan and Katie Irish 

Today we went to school with our exchange partners and got to experience what a typical class is like. The class environment and teaching styles were fascinatingly different than what we are used to in the United States.  
After the first class, the group went on the Metro to explore Bilbao for the first time. When we arrived, we visited the government building of Biscay -La Diputación-  and were given a guided tour. It was very interesting to learn about the history of both the governing system, and the building, and the political heritage of the Biscay region. 
Next we were given a guided tour through El Casco Viejo and were able to appreciate the rich history of this region. The beautiful architecture, and the pleasant streets were outstanding to walk through. 
We also were given time to shop on the Gran Vía and were exposed to more similarities and differences between the two cultures. 
When we returned to Getxo, we were reunited with our partners and spent time at a beach called Ereaga. 

We are still in awe of the beauty of this region, 

and cannot wait to spend another week here with our friends!