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Basque Country
(Euskadi, País Vasco)
& Navarre (Navarra)

This region bordering France at the north-eastern corner of Spain harbours a culture proud and defiantly independent culture. The Basque language is spoken here as well as in parts of neigbouring France and the region's independant spirit extends to strong support for a separatist movement.

The Basque Country and Navarra is a popular region for budget travellers. San Sebastián has been a long established spot on the backpackers trail and every July Pamplona is transformed into party-central as thousands of travellers visit for the annual Fiesta de San Fermín (running of the bulls) festival.

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