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Bariloche Diary |
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Why learning Spanish in Bariloche? |
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Bariloche is the perfect place for combining Spanish Learning, Adventure, Culture and Outdoor Activities.
What to do in Bariloche?
Bariloche has some of the most spectacular scenery in the world, with majestic mountains, lakes and breathtaking views. A heaven for all sports enthusiasts and travellers alike. The area offers a variety of opportunities for skiing, cross country, sledding, snowshoeing, and snowbording, trekking, rafting, kayaking, mountain biking, rock-climbing, rappelling, fly- fishing, scuba-diving, kite-surfing, paragliding, bird-watching, zip-lining, four-wheeling, motocross, horse-riding, sailing, camping, spelunking,nature-photography, etc. Enjoy some views of Bariloche here. |
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Programas ELE de nuestra organizacion |
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B2000. Miércoles 5 de enero 2011
Un año de muchos logros para Fundación de los Lagos
La entidad desarrolló en 2010 su proyecto de enseñanza del español como lengua extranjera, en el contexto de los objetivos que persigue, cuales son la promoción de actividades orientadas a posicionar a Bariloche con nuevas opciones turísticas de calidad y que signifiquen un desarrollo sustentable para la comunidad local. Desde su inicio en el año 2009 el principal objetivo de la Fundación de los Lagos ha sido promocionar proyectos de carácter cultural, educativo y social que posicionen a Bariloche como un destino con nuevas opciones turísticas de calidad y que signifiquen un desarrollo sustentable a la comunidad local. Entre ellas se encuentra la enseñanza de español como lengua extranjera.
El proyecto de capacitación despertó el interés de la Legislatura de Río Negro que, a través del Legislador Enrique Muena, le otorgó la Declaración de Interés Cultural y Educativo.
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A visit to the City. After-school Activities |
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The visit to the City  We begin with a visit to the Cathedral Nuestra Señora del Nahuel Huapi. The building was projected by architect Alexander Bustillo and it was never finished.
Nowadays its access is used as a chapel. It has got interesting vitreaux that tie religious subjects with Patagonia. Then, after passing Puerto San Carlos (which used to be a place for embarking in lacustrine trips. Nowadays, there are places to eat and attractions for kids, like an ice skate-ring) we arrive at the Civic Center. This is the most representative spot in the city. With its Bavarian style, arcades and horseshoe shapes facing the lake, was opened in year 1940 by National Parks. Its buildings lodge the City Council, the Tourism Secretariat, the Police, the Patagonia Museum, the Library and the Emilio Frey Venue where cultural events and art exhibitions take place. At the Council Building there is a Clock Tower that shows, at 12 and 6 PM, a parade of symbolic figures: aborigines, priests, soldiers, and settlers . Afterwards we can walk along Mitre street, the main commercial area of Bariloche. It is very interesting to observe the style of the buildings along its first blocks, trying to maintain the "Bariloche architecture": Stone and wood, arcades, balconies and eaves all around. When we get to Beschtedt Street, we will see long stairways to our right which we can traverse in order to visit one of the most antique buildings, the Chapel of the Immaculate which has been declared a Historic National Monument. Built in year 1905, its first placement was not here but on Moreno Street. It was moved to its current location, a true lookout point to the city, during year 1973 using rails. It is also recommended that you visit the Walk of Nations (Paseo de las Colectividades) with its Flags Plaza which gathers all the flags of the different immigration currents that populated Bariloche. Later, we can take Perito Moreno Street, going back to the Civic Center, where you will see the oldest houses in the city: Casa Marciani, Vivienda Speranza, Edificio Capraro, up to the Council of Nahuel Huapi National Park. Afterwards, a bit to your left on Morales Street the Club Andino Bariloche's building is located. It is a very important social and cultural place also. This walk can be finished walking along Mitre until it becomes San Martin Street in order to get to Worest Casino, featuring an imposing view to the lake. |
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Reasons to learn Spanish in Bariloche. |
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 SAN CARLOS DE BARILOCHEBariloche is a stunning tranquil town, situated in NW Patagonia by the Andes, in the heart of the lake district and within the Nahuel Huapi National Park. It has much to offer all year round: wonderful hiking in summer and autumn and fantastic skiing in the winter and spring. It is also a great place to find some nightlife or just relax in a cafe while sampling our famous delicious chocolate and cakes. Bariloche was founded in 1902, and in the ’40 became a ski and tourism pole for celebrities from all around the world. The city was designed following the Alpine style, while many inmigrants from central Europa settled down in this area developing mountain sports and retaining many traditions.  THE SCHOOL
Our school is located in a quiet spot, but in the heart of the city, near internet cafes, restaurants, bus stops, pubs, and all the services you might need; next to Nahuel Huapi lake, just a few meters from the Tourist Information Office at Centro Civico, the main city square, where town hall and the most important museum in Patagonia is placed. Students have plenty of time to communicate amongst themselves and often enjoy going out into the town together to practice their spanish language skills. Whether it is during one of the school activities or on their own amongst the friendly loc  al people, students at our school will always find it easy to use the skills they have developed in the classroom. By keeping our courses to small-group lessons (maximum 4 students) or individual training, we avoid the problems of large group settings that students often experience in regular spanish schools. This allows students to feel free to ask questions at any time thus increasing communication and enhancing your learning experience.Our approach to teaching focuses on developing proficiency in the four basic communication skills (speaking, listening reading, and writing) and allows for emphasis on any one of these skills to meet each student's needs. OUTDOOR AND WINTER ACTIVITIES IN BARILOCHE  Tourism is whole year round. Bariloche is one of the main tourist destinations in Latin America, placed within the Patagonia region, in the south of Argentina. The Cerro Catedral is the most important ski resort in South America. In summer Bariloche offers nearly every kind of adventure tourism, such as trekking, climbing, rafting, kajaking, horseback riding, etc. CULTURAL LIFE Bariloche can offer a big variety of events, like theater plays, exhhibitions, cinemas and concerts. There are several interesting museums, and a big public library, near town hall. Centro Civico contentrates the most of them, as well as being the perfect space for open parties: concerts, parades, dances and other events. BARILOCHE NIGHTLIFE Bariloche is the capital of the night life in Patagonia. There are several well known discoteques, where you can meet argentinean football stars and artists. Restaurants and bars are open until early hours. At the ski resort, you can find more entertaiment, including ski parties, with fireworks.  SHOPPING AREAS Mitre and Moreno concentrate the most important shops in Bariloche. All you need for outdoor activities or skiing is available. Chocolaterias and cafes are open all day for people to enjoy delicious specialities in chocolate and cakes. SAFETY Bariloche has about 120,000 inhabitants, is one of the safest cities in Argentina. |
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