Mural Itinerary for Vitoria-Gasteiz, The Painted City. Is a tool for public community art. Muralism is part our our collective voice. It reflects a commitment to art and culture in comibination with a high potential for critical and democratic expression. We see muralismo as a screen onto which concerns feelings and ideas are projected; as […]
Many regions of Álava perform events and processions to recall the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ from Maundy Thursday to Resurrection Day. Among other celebrations, it is required to attend processions in Vitoria and Laguardia. Besides, on Resurrection Sunday in areas such as Salinas de Añana, Baños de Ebro and Lagrán, the “Burning of […]
Several areas in Álava give a warm welcome to carnivals. In fact, Vitoria carnivals kick off with “Jueves de Lardero”. But , the climax is reached on the weekend thanks to the celebrated fancy dress contest and the overcrowded parade of “comparsas”. The event comes to an end with the burial of the sardine in […]
Vitoria-Gasteiz’ old part, the first settlement in the city, still preserves its original almond-shaped medieval plan, which dates back to more than 8 centuries ago, when Sancho VI “The wise” founded the city. It is located on a hill dominated by the Cathedral of Santa María. This Gothic temple is undergoing great restoration works and […]
