Bilbao, the big one

Bilbao is a city located in the north of the Basque Country and the place where I've always lived. It's not as big as Madrid or Barcelona, but it's perfect to live in, because you've got everything you need just next to your house.

This city is very attractive for lots of reasons, but the thing that I like most is it's gastronomy. The difference between Bilbao and the rest of the Basque Country in this aspect is not only it's great fish and meat, it's that there's a huge cultural diversification, where you can find every kind of restaurant: Argentinian, Chinese, Japanese... even Turkish ones. It's the home of magnifical cooks too, like Carlos Arguiñano.

Bilbao is also known as an artistic centre due to his historical buildings. Probably, the most famous one is the Guggeheim museum, which is also in New York (but not as beautiful as the one here). But the Guggenheim museum is only a little part of all the art in Bilbao. In fact, there are lots of places to see and admire, such as the Arriaga theatre, the San Mames cathedral or the old part, named "Casco Viejo".

The biggest festival in Bilbao is called "Semana Grande", which is held every year, attracting more than 100,000 people during the 9 days it lasts. The celebration includes all kind of activities, like strongman games, free music performances, street entertainment...
There's a symbol for this big party called Marijaia, which is shown in the beginning of the festival.

But if I haven't convinced you yet to come to Bilbao, to walk through its marvellous streets, discover its amazing history or just have a good time at any cafe, drinking the famous "kalimotxo", there's another reason that will open your eyes. Because there's something that will make you're journey worth it. Yes, I'm obviously talking about entering into San Mames and seeing the authentic Athletic Club Bilbao, the only perfect club in the world. You can't refuse to come now.

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