The Infanta Sofia has begun a new stage of her life in Wales. The daughter of King Felipe and Queen Letizia traveled to the United Kingdom last Tuesday, August 28, where she will spend the next two years studying at the UWC Atlantic College in Wales.
Sofia, 16, decided to follow in the footsteps of her sister, Princess Leonor, and study at the same boarding school, which has an annual cost of about $90,000, a cost that the king and queen will assume from their private income.
The Spanish royal family shared on X (formerly Twitter) the first images of Sofia’s emotional farewell and her subsequent arrival in Wales.
What will be the life of the Infanta Sofia in Wales?
Upon her arrival at the school, founded in 1962, Sofia was greeted by the majestic St. Donat’s Castle, built in the 12th century and located 35 kilometers from Cardiff, the capital of Wales.
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According to the Spanish press, Sofia will have a week to familiarize herself with the workings of this prestigious institution. The Infanta will begin her classes on September 5.
Some news portals, reveal how the life of the Infanta will be in this prestigious institution.
They point out that Princess Leonor’s sister will share a room with three other students of different nationalities and will also have responsibilities such as cleaning and washing her clothes.
She will also have to carry out all the activities and academic duties assigned by her professors.
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What will Sofia be eating in Wales?
Another fact that has been revealed by the press of her country is the diet that the Infanta will follow.
It is no secret that Queen Letizia pays special attention to the food her daughters eat, so diet is a very important aspect for her.
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At UWC Atlantic College, they follow a very healthy diet that will favor the welfare and care of their hundreds of students, something that has pleased the Queen.
Among the options available are a wide variety of fruits, vegetables, meat, and fish.
In addition, to support multiculturalism, there is no shortage of typical dishes from different countries around the world, including hummus, different types of pasta, and soups, as well as the iconic “fish and chips” so popular in England.
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