b'Bar in San Sebastin220 EPC SSOBasque pintxos FILM 032SAN SEBASTIN, SPAINSan Sebastin overlooks theGALLE, SRI LANKAmagnificent Bay of La Concha,The charming town of Galle is part of the larger Bay of Biscay,perched on the southern coast in northern Spain. This Basqueof Sri Lanka. It is known for its city, also called Donostia, hascolonial-era architecture, warm three stunning beaches, includinghospitality, and the windswept crescent-shaped La Concha,beaches and pristine waters skirted by lovely promenades.surrounding it. On a walking tour Parte Vieja, the Old Town, is aof the iconic UNESCO-listed warren of lanes, squares, andGalle Fort, youll see the Clock impressive Belle poque buildings.Tower, Dutch Hospital, Dutch Green spaces and architecturalReform Church, Meeran Mosque, gems aside, San Sebastin is amaritime museum, and lighthouse. well-known gastronomic haven.The old fort was an important It is most famous for pintxos, thetrading post for the Portuguese Basque version of tapas. In thein the 16th century and later the Old Town, at seaside eateries,Dutch. It is now lined with chic art cafs, and bars, or at numerousgalleries, cafs, gem and spice Michelin-star restaurants, you willshops, and handicraft boutiques. find much joy in Basque culinaryYou can admire the sun setting PHOTO: GORDITO1869CC BY-SA 4.0 (RESTAURANT)traditions. Sip local txakoli wine,over the Indian Ocean from the dig into a juicy txuleta (steak), andramparts of the fort or from one savor fresh cod dishes like bacalaoof the wonderful beaches nearby. al ajoarriero and bacalao al pil pil,Spend leisurely days relaxing in a and txangurro a la Donostiarrahammock, enjoying water sports (baked spider crab). After alland great seafood at friendly that amazing food, you can burnrestaurants. Some beaches have calories walking up either Montesandy coves that are perfect for Urgull or Monte Igueldo, theswimming and snorkeling. Also mountains that frame the citysclose by is a picture-perfect harbor, for riveting views. protected lagoon, where sea turtles regularly swim. enchantingtravels.com/san-Galle Fort, Sri Lankasebastian enchantingtravels.com/galleENCHANTING TRAVELS\x1a15'