Europe's oldest people, speaking Europe's oldest language, are anything but fuddy-duddies. Bilbao's titanium miracle, the Guggenheim Museum, was the final breathtaking touch to the facelift of a city that now inspires envy around the world. This modern architectural wonder is also the threshold to the verdant delights of the Basque Country, a land of lush green mountains, sleek seaside resorts, Rioja vineyards, prehistoric holy places and old whaling villages. The Basques put on some of Europe's most exciting festivals, too, beginning with the famous bull-running in Pamplona. Cadogan's newly updated guide fills you in on Basque history, culture, and the delights of Basque cuisine, pinpointing the liveliest bars and tastiest pintxos, so you will miss none of the fun. Book jacket.