Donostia, the Basque name, of San Sebastian is a beautiful city, twelve miles from the French border, that offers its visitors a taste of Basque culture in a modern city. The city was founded around 1180 by King Sancho el Mayor of Navara and was known as Donostia.
San Sebastian began in what is known as the Parte Vieja or Old Quarter (built with great walls for a line of defense)- the oldest buildings of San Sebastian with a district lined with narrow cobble stone walkways, great places to eat and unique and modern shops. The old quarter, however, is not very old because the great fire destroyed much of the district on August 31, 1813, which marked the beginning of the rebuilding of the city as it is today.
One of the highlights of this city is it's beaches. I think the most beautiful and restful beach is the Playa de la Concha - See here for more information.
Work began on this Neo-Gothic cathedral called Buen Pastor in 1889. It's located in the Centro District and it's one of the busiest areas in San Sebastian. When we first visited Spain, Michael and I stayed at a pension, just the other side of this cathedral. My favorite little cafe con leche place was just on the other side too. 
Buen Pastor - See here for more details. 
The Rio Urumea has always been an important part of the city (like any river). Along its banks you'll see amazing (I love the architecture) residental buildings and walkways lined with trees. It's easy to walk along both sides of the river using the Kursaal bridge to go to the Amara district. From one side you can sea the Maria Christina hotel 
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1 comments:
I love Donostia! so your blog regenerates my memories.
Thanking you!
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