The itinerary will let students discover the main elements of the landscape and history that surround a peri-urban section strongly influenced by the footprint of Saint Ignatius in the city. Based on an interdisciplinary vision that combines history, geography, natural sciences, geology and botany and taking as a guiding thread the experience of Ignatius of Loyola, strongly influenced by the landscape of this part of Manresa. The activity will start at the Museum of Manresa to contemplate the model of the city, it will continue through Sant Ignasi square with the small botanical garden with representative plants of the Ignatian Way and continue towards the Creu del Tort, the Pou de Llum, Vall del Paradís, Cova de Sant Ignasi and Camí dels Corrals.
Main objective
- To explore the landscape of Manresa influenced by the presence of Saint Ignatius of Loyola, through an interdisciplinary approach that includes history, geography, natural sciences, geology, and botany.
Skills and values
- Knowledge of the natural environment and its influence on history and religion.
- Critical thinking and reflection on the impact of religious and spiritual experiences on the environment.
- Interconnection of subjects (history, geography, natural sciences, botany).
- Spiritual and ethical values linked to the figure of Saint Ignatius and his path of conversion.
