Travelogues of San Sebastián
San Sebastián is located in northern Spain, bordering the Gulf of Biscay and just 20 kilometers from the French border. The new city stretches along both sides of the river to the seaside beach and belongs to the Basque Country. In 2011, the city of San Sebastián and the polish city of Wrocław were named the 2016 European Capital of Culture. The economy is dominated by tourism and commerce, and it has also become one of the most popular travel destinations in Spain.
1 Shell Beach playa da la concha
Shell Beach is a shallow-bottomed sandy beach located in Shell Bay in downtown San Sebastián, one of the most famous urban beaches in Spain and is frequently visited. In 2007 it was listed as one of the twelve gems of Spain. Shaped like a shell, Shell Beach is wide and delicate, and is known as "the most beautiful sandy beach in Europe". Shell Beach is also a cool place in Spain in the summer, every summer, the crowds of Europeans will crowd the Shell Beach, very suitable for surfing, there are also surf schools nearby, those who want to try it do not have to worry about their level, anyone can find surfing here.
2 Igeldo Mountain – monte igueldo
Located in the western part of San Sebastián, Monte Igordo belongs to the old town neighborhood, and at the foot of the mountain is a gathering place for countless shops and bars, and is a gathering place for large and small festivals. Standing at the top of the monte igueldo, there is a lighthouse for tourists to visit. Take the cable car railway at the foot of the mountain to reach the playground.
3 Aquarium of San Sebastián aquarium
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As an aquarium of popular attractions in the Basque Country, the San Sebastián Aquarium is divided into 10 exhibit boxes, including tropical fish, sharks, some finned animals and so on. With a childlike heart, you can stand in front of the floor-to-ceiling glass and watch the sea crash through the blue tunnel like the bottom of the sea, which may frighten the sharks rushing across the way, or be confused by the jellyfish that surround you; not to mention the deep-sea animals that can't even be named. Spend a leisurely afternoon here and you can definitely feast your eyes.
4 San Sebastián cuisine
If the Basque Country is a foodie paradise, San Sebastian is the golden dome of paradise. The city's flair is not only in the delightful coastal scenery, but also in the unique food culture, which is also an important element, with the reputation of "Little Tokyo of the West". Walking into the old town, you can taste the most characteristic tapas in Spain in a variety of taverns. Not only is it home to the famous Basque Culinary Centre, but it is also recognized as the town with the highest concentration of Michelin-starred restaurants per unit area, including 11 Michelin-starred restaurants.