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Mysteries of the Basque Country
The
Mysteries of the Basque Country by Nick
The Basque country - otherwise
known as Euskadi lies in the north of Spain. It spans both sides of the
French and Spanish borders, but culturally the Basque country is very different
from both of its neighbours.
The countries size and diversity
makes it an ideal location for touring holidays and short breaks. The three
major cities; Vitoria, Bilbao and Sans Sebastian each provide their own
unique charm, while the coast has quaint towns and small villages that
are a joy to explore.
It
is a country with its own unique identity, beginning with its climate,
which is wonderfully mild all year round. It has managed to remain unspoilt
from tourism and its age-old cultural traditions have survived unchanged
for centuries.
The Basque people have their
own language, Euskara, which is reported to be the oldest language in Europe,
although the majority speak Spanish. The country is a place of mystery
with little being known of the Basque people's origins. They have different
ancestry to that of their Spanish neighbours and they have blood group
characteristics that distinguish them from the rest of Europe. They share
many characteristics with the Cro-Magnons, and they are thought to be direct
descendents of this ancient race who lived 40,000 years ago.
The Basque people take great
pride in their cuisine and it's considered by many to be the best in Spain.
It is renowned for its freshness and simplicity; no visit to the Basque
country is complete without sampling the tapas bars of San Sebastian.
Another place of interest
in the Basque country is the city of Bilbao. This is Spain's sixth largest
city and it serves as a great place to begin your exploration of the Basque
country. Many holidays to the Bilbao are inspired by the controversial
design of the Guggenheim Museum designed by American architect Frank Gehry.
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About the Author
Nick
is a UK based writer
