5 reasons to visit San Sebastian 🇪🇸✈️🌎

1. Go on a pintxo tour in one of the world's leading "gourmet cities" San Sebastian (Donostia) is known as the "world's number one gourmet city" and is an astonishing gourmet city with the highest number of Michelin-starred restaurants per capita in the world. Particularly famous is **pintxos**, a tapas-like dish from the Basque region. Fresh seafood, prosciutto, cheese, etc. are beautifully arranged on a small baguette and the taste is exquisite. The style of the connoisseur is to enjoy it with local txakoli (sparkling white wine) and cider while bar-hopping in the old town. 2. La Concha Bay, one of the most beautiful beaches in Europe When you think of San Sebastian, you think of the beautiful **La Concha Bay**, which has a bow-shaped shape. The clear turquoise waters and fine white sand beach have been awarded "the most beautiful beach in Europe" many times. The promenade that stretches along the sea is known as "La Concha Promenade", where you can relax while feeling the sea breeze during the day, and enjoy the fantastic view when it is lit up at night. 3. Experience the unique history and language in the center of Basque culture San Sebastian is part of Spain, but it is located in a unique cultural sphere called the Basque Country. It is unique in that not only Spanish but also Basque (Euskara) is spoken in the city. The locals are proud and cherish Basque traditions and festivals. There are also many cultural events, such as the **San Sebastian Jazz Festival held at the end of July and the **San Sebastian International Film Festival held every September. 4. Beautiful architecture and art - a fusion of classic and modern San Sebastian's cityscape has an elegant atmosphere influenced by 19th century French architecture. In particular, elegant buildings such as the Maria Cristina Bridge and the City Hall have become icons of the city. Modern architecture is also not to be missed. The Kursaal International Congress Center, designed by Spain's leading architect Rafael Moneo, is a masterpiece of modern architecture. In addition, on the seaside, there is a sculpture by Basque artist Eduardo Chillida called "Peine del Viento (Wind Comb)." You can feel the fusion of nature and art. 5. The friendliest city in Spain - interacting with the locals The people of San Sebastian are friendly and approachable, and they welcome tourists warmly. If you go to a bar, it's not uncommon for the local person sitting next to you to recommend pintxos, saying, "Try this too!" The city is also relatively compact and easy to walk around, and conversations with locals often start naturally. Interacting with the friendly Basque people will make your travel memories even more special. —— Beautiful beaches, delicious food, unique Basque culture, elegant architecture, and warm people... San Sebastian is a city that can be enjoyed with all five senses. If you are traveling to Spain or France, it is a hidden gem that you should definitely stop by. #Spain #SanSebastian #overseastravel #Europe #overseastraveltips