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Photos of Bilbao, a Scenic Basque Destination That Ticks Every Box
Located in Spain's Basque Country, Bilbao is a scenic and relative peaceful city to unwind in.
The capital of Vizcaya in Basque Country, Bilbao is a well-respected and quiet city that lies on the banks of the tidal Nervion River. Its modern metropolitan area has more than a million people, while Bilbao proper still has just less than 400,000 folks living there. Bilbao is a city that you may not consider in a regular Europe tour unless you were really into art and had to visit the Guggenheim Museum. But it is a city you should give consideration if you want a quiet and relaxed city with a stunning landscape. Here is a look at some photos of this Basque beauty.
Aerial view of Bilbao city downtown with Nervion River, Zubizuri Bridge and promenade
The city hall of Bilbao, located in the center of the city
Santander train station and its intricate facade
Guggenheim Museum, designed by the famed Frank Gehry
‘The Spider’, a sculpture by Louise Bourgeois in the Guggenheim Museum
Pedestrian bridge in the city of Bilbao in the province of Biscay, Spain
Illuminated Salbeko Zubia Bridge over the Nervion River in Bilbao at night
Elevated view of the Basque city of Bilbao illuminated at twilight
Traditional architecture seen in the city
A picturesque view of the Old town of Bilbao
Sunrise at the Ribera food market in Bilbao
The staircase and hall of Bidebarrieta public library, a famous library located at old Bilbao
What does Bilbao have to offer to the curious traveler? There is the artwork of the Guggenheim, of course. And the museum itself is an example of the exquisite architecture of the city. Frank Gehry’s futuristic design remains just as captivating and reality-defying as it did when it was first seen more than 20 years ago. But there are other architectural works of art, like the Zubizuri bridge and the Azkuna Zentroa cultural center, once used to store wines. There is the ancient neo-baroque theater and several incredible cathedrals and that intricate art nouveau-design train station. Those seeking beauty in nature will find plenty in the hills just outside Bilbao and the coastline nearby.