The Basque country in Spain

The Basque Region, known as País Vasco in Spanish and Euskadi in Basque.

The Basque people have preserved its language, Euskera, a pre Indo-european tongue whose mysterious origin has never been established.

The Atlantic Ocean meets the Pyrenees, making a rugged coastline and mountainous hinterland.

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Basque Region

An over looked region by many tourists, the Basque country is a travelers delight. The Basque take their food very seriously and serve up some of the best dishes in all of Spain.

San Sebastián was one of the summer places most frequented by the Spanish aristocracy. It is a beautiful resort and cultural center which has preserved a rare cosmopolitan and distinguished air.

Bilbao, founded in the 14th century, is the Basque Country's largest city, the Guggenheim Museum of modern art has achieved international renown.

It also has a beautiful Old Quarter with a Gothic cathedral and the City Hall.