Tuesday

On Tuesday we travelled to the "nearby" town of Jaca. After a long, windy journey up the mountains, we reached the monastery of San Juan de la Peña at the summit. We went around the ruins of the monastery however I think the Grosvenor pupils found a bug on the exit sign more interesting! Next we went down to the original monastery, we had a guided tour- impressively translated by Señora Salt! We even tested our Bible knowledge with the carved pillars showing Bible stories! Displaying our fantastic Cross- Curricular skills ;) however Señor Hunter was the champion at this.

After a quick pit-stop for lunch at the 'Albergue' we walked to the Ice Rink (used in the 2007 Youth Winter Olympics.) We got our skates on (most of us) and embarked on a slippery adventure across the ice! A special mention to Matty Carson for his graceful swan-like technique! The three teachers saved their pride by cheering us on at the side! 

Next, back in Huesca we went to the biggest Burger King in Europe (without a drive through) and allegedly the biggest zebra crossing in Spain! 

After which, some of the lower sixth pupils spent the evening in "El Local" the hangout with our exchange partners for the second night running. Only a hour later we were back in our homes and eating again! We were all well and truly thankful to see our beds that evening.

Katelin y Tom