San Sebastián is one of the most beautiful and charming Basque
resorts. It sits within the fashionable and famous La Concha Bay,
which has deep, calm waters and a stunning beach area. The
developed heart of San Sebastián has been built right up to
the beach, meaning you can sunbathe and swim right next to the main
historical buildings and churches.
Behind the city are lush rolling hills that have drawn
celebrities and sun lovers to the mild winters and hot summers for
generations. The picturesque island of Santa Clara is situated just
off shore, in the centre of La Concha Bay. The island is home to
one of the area's prettiest beaches, although due to the tides it
can only be used for part of the day. Santa Clara can be accessed
by boat - although many of the locals will simply swim across from
the beach.
San Sebastián is regarded as the culinary capital of Spain. The
city is celebrated throughout Spain for its pintxos, the Basque
equivalent of tapas. It is much more than just plates of chorizo
and patatas bravas; the Basques have elevated these snacks into an
art form. In the evening hordes of locals flood the narrow streets
of the old town, going from bar to bar, downing a tasty morsel and
a glass of wine or beer in each. The ritual is so much a part of
the local culture that it even has its own name: the txikiteo.
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