La Pepa. Touring Cadiz. 1.

Read the following text and enjoy the virtual tour around the Cadiz of La Pepa:

A stroll through Cadiz in 1812 will take you along a route to discover the liberal city of that memorable period: the homes of the members of parliament, the sites of the debates, the commemorative monuments and the squares and streets that were the backdrop to one of the most important monuments of Spanish and Latin American history at a time in which Cadiz, famed for its lively atmosphere and culture, doubled its population.

2. Now you should feel ready to explore Cadiz, the city that is celebrating democracy and constitutionalism in 2012. 2.a. Get on the bus, put on your headphones . . . and enjoy the tour! Then, note down the information you got and put it in common with your classmates:

La Pepa. Touring Cadiz. 2.b. Have a look at the centre of Cadiz, read the directions below, identify the buildings and locate these historical places on the map:

La Pepa. Touring Cadiz. The monument to the Cadiz Parliament is full of symbols that represent the Spanish Parliament. It consists of two bronze statues which stand for peace and war and a central pillar where the text of the 1812 constitution is written. It is located in the Plaza de Espaa Square, near the port, between two main avenues, Plaza de Espaa and Avenida del Puerto.

If you walk along San Juan Street, near the sea, youll end up in Plaza de la Catedral Square. There you can enjoy the sight of the largely baroque-style cathedral, also known as the new cathedral. It was built over a period of 116 years and it also contains rococo and neoclassical elements. The Town Hall is located in Plaza de San Juan de Dios Square, at the crossroads of Nueva and San Juan de Dios Street. It was built in two stages and thus, it shows two styles: neoclassical and Isabelline Gothic.

Santa Ines Street joins Sagasta and San Jose Street. On this street, near Cortes de Cadiz Museum, is San Felipe Neri Oratory. This was the place where the Constitution was written. The walls have plaques commemorating this event, and there is an interesting painting by Murillo.

San Carlos Ramparts are just one of the many defensive buildings Cadiz needed in the 18th century. They stretch along Honduras Street, overlooking the bay.

2.c. Read again the directions in activity 2.b. and complete the tables below with appropriate words and phrases: ASKING FOR DIRECTIONS Where is . . . ? How do I get to . . . ? Can you tell me how to get to . . . ? Whats the way to . . . ? Can you tell me the way to . . . ? GIVING DIRECTIONS Movement Ahead
Go ahead Go straight ahead Go straight on Go down (street) .. Cross (street)

Excuse me!

Left

Right

Go left Turn left (into . . . street) Take a left Take the second (turning) on the left

Go right Turn right (into . . . street) Take a right Take the second (turning) on the right

La Pepa. Touring Cadiz. GIVING DIRECTIONS Location

is on the left / right is opposite is next to . is at the end of (street) is on/at the corner of is behind is in front of

2.d. Read the following text and find your destination in the map in activity 2.b.:

After visiting San Carlos Ramparts, well enjoy a marvellous stroll along the coast before reaching our final destination. Thus, walk along Honduras Street and dont miss the sight on your right. At the crossroads, go on Alameda de Apodaca Street and then, take the first turning on the left. Dont turn right. Go straight on Ahumada Street until you reach Antonio Lopez Street. Then, turn left again and go straight ahead. Cross Plaza de Espaa Avenue and youll be at your final destination. You cant miss it. Did you like the stroll?

2.e. Go again to the map in activity 2.b., listen carefully and draw the route that you will follow when you visit Cadiz with your classmates: 2.f. Which building is it? Read the following sentences and guess: 1. San Carlos Ramparts 3. Town Hall 2. Monument to the Cadiz Parliament 4. San Felipe Neri Oratory 5. Cathedral

A. This is the monument which won a contest to commemorate the first centenary of La Pepa. It is located in Plaza de Espaa Square, which is an emblematic green area in Cadiz. B. This is the building that used to defend the city from foreign enemies, who came from Holland, France and England. C. This is the building that you can see in San Juan de Dios Square, which is near the port. D. This is the place where the Magna Carta was signed. It held 1478 sessions, which people could attend. 4

E. This is the building which people call the new cathedral.