Description of Activity: The Monterroso Penitentiary, located 35 kms from Lugo in the geographic center of Galicia, in northwest Spain, holds a population of 500 inmates and over 40 nationalities. Within the framework of security and cohabitation required by confinement, the penitentiary offers a set of school work, cultural, labor and occupational activities, and trainings, as well as a set of activities oriented to the care and social preparation of inmates. During the visit, after the reception offered by the Center Management and staff members, we will visit inside the establishment where inmates live, the infirmary, sports facilities and socio-cultural areas (school classroom, auditorium, and trade workshops), production floors and general kitchen.

Description of the Activity: The Dannycity of Lugo was founded by the Romans fifteen years before our era, by the name of Lucus Augusti. The city still preserves the City Wall that has witnessed over two thousand years of history. The city is celebrating its tenth anniversary as World Heritage site. On this visit we will travel through the city's Roman past looking at the archaeological remains of the House of Mosaics and the Interpretation Center of the Wall. We will visit the historic old town presided over by Saint Mary’s Cathedral and enjoy a walk along the parapet of the Wall, which ends at its most prominent landmark: the Mosquera. Then we will move to the Paseo del Rio Rato where we can enjoy the superb natural setting that surrounds the city of Lugo. To end this visit we will return to the old town where you can sample traditional tapas meals.