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Bilbao: Glory, Tragedy and Rebirth - A stroll through the Historic Center
Bilbao is a city that, despite the wars that marked the beginning of the 19th century, continued to develop. From 1875 onwards, an unprecedented period of economic boom began, driven by mining, trade, and port activities. Simultaneously, the steel industry gained strength, and shipbuilding became the main engine of economic growth in the region.
However, all this progress came to an end—and a price to pay. Around 1970, the mines began to run out, triggering a profound economic crisis. What at first seemed like a monumental tragedy, capable of destroying everything in its path, ended up opening the way for an unprecedented transformation in the city's history. This forced change led Bilbao to reinvent itself, giving rise to the vibrant and characterful tourist city we know today.
Come explore Bilbao and discover how this resilient city has transformed challenges into opportunities, becoming a remarkable tourist destination steeped in history.
Points forts
- In Piazza Nueva, the famous Basque pintxos are irresistible, true stars of Bilbao's gastronomy.
- The saga of characters from Bilbao who emerged from anonymity to enter history as either heroes or villains, depending on your point of view.
- The church, which was transformed into a military arsenal warehouse during a war, despite being centrally located in the city, went unnoticed and without a single scratch, while another was cruelly bombed.
- Discover why Bilbao, after reinventing itself to overcome the economic crisis and a major tragedy at the end of the 20th century, still had to wait until the beginning of the second decade of the 21st century to start receiving tourists.
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The tour route may change to accommodate any events organized by the municipality.