Duque De Wellington

Parque de la Florida

by Rhondaj

Vitoria has many fine, green parks. It is said to have the highest per-capita green space in Spain. Parque de la Florida is the main park.

Just behind the Parliment building, as you're strolling down the pedestrian Paseo de La Florida, you'll see this bird identification plaque, which as an amateur bird watcher, I found delightful.

Many families bring their children and dogs to romp in the spaciousness of the parks. Dogs run loose in this city. The dogs all seemed well-mannered. I guess the ones that run into the streets aren't around anymore! Some doo-doo to watch out for on the sidewalks too. But not as much as I would have thought.

Catedral De Santa Maria

by Rhondaj

A 13th-16th century gothic cathedral, Santa Maria and its plaza take up a big portion of the old city. The church is in the process of being restored. Restoration completion is set for 2008. You can take tours through parts of the church to see the work in action. (hard hats required!)(and provided).

GASTEIZ

by RudoElCojonudo

"Siberia Gasteiz, donde se hace la ley"

Vitoria, also known as Gasteiz by basque speaking people is the capital of the Basque Country. Is a calm city where pedestrians and bikers almost have won over the cars.
The old town gives to Gasteiz an especial flavour, and probably most of the cultural offer is centraliced there. There are some museum and a wide offer of pintxo/tapa bars.There are many important administrative buildings in the city, such as Basque Parliament Building or Ajuria Enea Palace, residence of the lehendakari (president of the Basque Country)