A hidden gem with a medieval past The political capital of the Basque Country, Vitoria’s well preserved medieval quarter, carefully planned sustainable urban design and plentiful bars make it a worthwhile visit. Located 70 kilometers from Bilbao, Vitoria has been a strategic location from a military, […]
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Strolling through the medieval quarter of Vitoria-Gasteiz is like taking a step back in time. Declared an area of historical interest in 1997 many of the buildings, walkways and streets of the old quarter remain intact. The city has one of the best preserved Casco Viejo’s […]
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Vitoria’s Casco Viejo is a living museum filled with unique historical landmarks and anecdotes in unexpected corners.The city was founded during Roman times around 581 A.D. it then steadily rose to importance up to the middle ages. In the twelfth century Vitoria witnessed extensive restoration to […]
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Every year Vitoria holds annual pintxo contests, turning appetizers into art. Local bars and restaurants compete for the prize trophies. Pintxos in Old Town The cobblestone streets of the Old Quarter in Vitoria-Gasteiz are a great place to sample some of Alava´s best tapas. Some of […]
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Vitoria Fiestas de la Virgen Blanca Every first week of August Vitoria, the capital city of Alava, rolls up its sleeves to celebrate the annual ‘Fiesta de la Virgen Blanca’. For five days the city is filled with festivities, music, celebration and activities. It all starts […]
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