Spain for Seniors

SPAIN FOR SENIORS

BILBAO A Basque city which has been able to coordinate its rich industrial past with truly futuristic artistic trends. The Guggenheim Museum is the high- light of its architectural renewal, but there are many other examples: the en- trances to the Metro designed by the architect Norman Foster, the Alhóndiga building restored by Philippe Starck and converted into the Azkuna Zentroa Cultural Centre, Calatrava's Zubizuri bridge... An aura of modernity which coexists in harmony with the historical old town , a maze of streets ideal for strolling about and trying some deli- cious tapas which they call pintxos . L L www.bilbaoturismo.net

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a a OLD TOWN BILBAO

b b PLAZA DE ESPAÑA SEVILLE

SEVILLE Located on the banks of theGuadalquivir river, the capital of Andalusia will capti- vate you with all the joie de vivre to be found in the busy streets and squares. The influence of the Moorish culture has left an especially beautiful mark on the historical old town. Visit the popular neighbourhood of Triana , with count- less taverns and tablaos (establishments dedicated exclusively to Flamenco dance and singing), and ride in a horse- drawn carriage around the Plaza de España and the María Luisa Park , two of the city's most charming features. Your visit should also include the Fine Arts Museum , the Alameda de Hércules and the Cathedral of SantaMaría de la Sede . L L www.visitasevilla.es

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