Roman ruins and Carnaval in Cadiz

This weekend was amazing to say the least. After a long week at school that included my first two quizzes, we went to see some Roman ruins that were only 15 minutes from Sevilla. The school planned our trip and paid for admission and a few of the Spanish teachers were our tour guides.

This is the foundation of an ancient Roman home. The picture shows the courtyard and a few pillars that supported the entire structure of this huge stone building.

A few kids enjoying the view over the Roman gladiator ring.

After a log day of touring and walking around Kelsey and I came back home, wrote some essays we had for homework and made some dinner. I am meaning to brag when I say that I am getting to be a pretty good cook. Kelsey and I are finding new things to make and the food is turning out great. That night we made some balsamic chicken over pasta with asparagus on the side.


On Saturday night most of the international students from school, Kelsey and I traveled to Cadiz for the celebration of Carnaval. It is basically a huge costume party that takes place in the streets of the city. There is music, dancing, and live theater that goes on all night. When I say all night I mean it too, we didn't get back until 8:00 am. Here's a few pictures to show how our night went.

Kelsey and I found some great chicken costumes before we left. We got a lot of laughs walking to the party. We got there at 10:00 pm and the party was well under way. We had a long night in front of us.

While walking the streets we found some other farm animal friends.

This was a huge plaza where everyone had gathered to see some live theater and music.

This was the view in front of the Cadiz cathedral. The streets were packed with partiers like us and everyone had great costumes.

Two happy chickens who were ready to go home at 6:00 am.

We got back to Sevilla around 8:00 am, just in time to see the sun rise. We got home safe then went to bed!

This weekend was definitely a fun one and I hope you enjoyed all the pictures from my trips. I can't describe how amazing these places are and the pictures only pale in comparison to actually being here. I know I won't be able to capture Spain in just a few photos but that won't stop me from trying. I hope you all enjoy everything and I'll have another update soon. Adios!