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Arantzazu Monastery - A compendium of the best contemporary Basque art, this unique geographical area has been a place of attraction since supposedly the Virgin appeared on a hawthorn tree (Arantzan-zu) in 1468, which was believed to be a miracle and converted the site into a place of pilgrimage. This event also ...
Gipuzkoa Region - The Gipuzkoa Coast is not your typical tourist destination for 'sunny beaches'. However, its 17 beaches are clean, comfortable and mostly urban. They are essential to enjoy the beauty of the Cantabrian Sea in the summertime or for relaxing walks by the waves in winter. The beach at Zarautz, ...
Irun - Irun borders with the North Basque Country (Iparralde) and is located in the historical territory of Gipuzkoa within Bidasoa-Txingudi region. Beautiful mountains, such as Peña de Aia (837m), Jaizkibel (545m) and San Marcial Mountains surround the area. There are numerous places that are ...
Onati - Onati is the most aristocratic and monumental town in Gipuzkoa for the artistic grandeur and architectural wealth of its buildings. The town is a real jewel set at foot of Mount Alona (1298 m) in the foothills of Aizkorri Massif. Its many buildings include the 16th century Parish Church of San ...
Ordizia - The historical and city centre of this town, with its medieval layout of narrows streets bubbling with commercial activity, has been declared a Monumental-Historical Site. Its most emblematic buildings are the Parish Church, the Town Hall, the Palaces of Zabala, Abaria and Barrena, Muxika Tower ...
Ordizia - The historical and city centre of this town, with its medieval layout of narrows streets bubbling with commercial activity, has been declared a Monumental-Historical Site. Its most emblematic buildings are the Parish Church, the Town Hall, the Palaces of Zabala, Abaria and Barrena, Muxika Tower ...
Segura - A 13th century medieval town whose historical centre has been declared a Monumental Heritage Site. Its former medieval charm is preserved throughout the town which is home to some distinguised palaces: Guevara (15th century), Ardixarra (16th century) and Lardizabal (18th century) which is now the ...
Tolosa - Tolosa is situated 26 kilometres away from San Sebastian on the N-1 road, at the meeting point of two main road towards Pamplona-Iruña and Madrid. It was the capital of Gipuzkoa between 1844 and 1854 and its historical centre is one of the ...