Day 3 – Kathmandu Durbar Square & Swayambhunath
Kathmandu Durbar Square Kathmandu Durbar Square is a UNESCO World Heritage Site located in the heart of Kathmandu, Nepal. It is a complex of ancient temples, palaces, courtyards, and shrines that showcase the rich cultural heritage and architectural prowess of the Nepalese people. The square was once the royal palace of the Malla and Shah
Day 2 – Lalitpur/Patan & Boudhanath Stupa
Patan City Patan, also known as Lalitpur, is a historic city located in the Kathmandu Valley of Nepal. It is known for its rich cultural heritage, beautiful architecture, and vibrant art scene. Patan is home to numerous ancient temples, palaces, and courtyards, including the Patan Durbar Square, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The city is
Day 1 – Bhaktapur City & Pashupatinath Temple
Bhaktapur City Bhaktapur is a historic city located in the Kathmandu Valley of Nepal. It is known for its rich cultural heritage, stunning architecture, and vibrant art scene. The city is home to several ancient temples, courtyards, and palaces, including the Bhaktapur Durbar Square, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Bhaktapur is also famous
2 Weeks to go!
May 1st, 2025. There are only 15 days left until we depart to Iceland. Many of us have started packing our bags and preparing for the 7 day trip.
Student Reflections- Puerto Rico
We are happy to announce that our staff and students returned safely last night from our trip to Puerto Rico! This journey was truly an eye-opening experience for many of the GCU students. We had the opportunity to connect with students from Sagrado University and made lasting friendships along the way. Although Puerto Rico is
Old San Juan
On our last day we braved the rain to tour around Old San Juan to understand and appreciate the history of the island. The tour included El Morro fort, the walled perimeter that protected the city, the cathedral, a stop for some piraguas (shaved flavor ice), the streets with their iconic balconies, shopping for souvenirs,